Producer Ektaa Kapoor is celebrating the success of Bhooth Bangla, her recent collaboration with Akshay Kumar. As the horror-comedy performs strongly at the box office, Ektaa took to social media to express her gratitude to the actor, while also addressing the ongoing debate around his frequent film releases.
Sharing a picture of Akshay with her father, veteran actor Jeetendra, Ektaa highlighted the similarities in their discipline and dedication. She wrote, “The time has come for me to say my thank yous… This picture of Dad and Akshay Sir reminds me exactly of what discipline can do. They are so similar that every time I talk to Akshay Sir, I feel like I’m talking to my Dad…Their discipline & their belief in the producer’s conviction, along with deep trust and respect is just wonderful!”
Strongly defending Akshay’s busy schedule, she emphasised the importance of actors who work consistently. “These two men are the reason the commerce of our industry is alive and why producers continue to have some agency. Doing a few films with top directors once in a while only sustains one layer of the industry… For an industry to thrive, you need actors who work regularly so that every producer gets a chance. The pure commerce these two men have brought is rarely appreciated. So, every time someone asks, ‘Why does Akshay Kumar do four films a year?’ know it’s because of the Dharmendras, the Jeetendras, and the Akshays that this industry flourished.”
She further added, “In volume, there is job creation. That is what they bring to the table! Thank you, Akshay Sir, for giving every producer, from the top to the mid-sized, a chance to put their best foot forward! Love you, Guruji!”
Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla marks his reunion with Akshay after several hit films. The movie also stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Mithila Palkar, Rajpal Yadav, and Jisshu Sengupta.
Backed by Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films, the film has received positive reviews and has crossed ₹230 crore globally, reinforcing Ektaa’s point about the value of consistent, high-volume filmmaking in sustaining the industry.