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Rajpal Yadav is receiving praise for his role in Priyadarshan’s new horror-comedy ' Bhooth Bangla '. The film released on April 17, 2026 with paid previews a day earlier. While the movie is getting mixed responses, Rajpal’s performance stands out. In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, the actor shared exciting details about his next projects.

Rajpal Yadav on ' Welcome To The Jungle '

Rajpal Yadav described his upcoming film as something special. He urged fans to enjoy 'Bhooth Bangla' first.

He added, "After that, before Hera Pheri (3), you’ll get to watch Welcome To The Jungle, a truly mad, mad, mad film. I feel fortunate to have been part of it, where you’ll see a massive ensemble of 27 actors. Perhaps, in the last 20 years of cinema, you won’t have seen a cast this big."

The film is expected to release in about two months.

Plans for ' Hera Pheri 3 ' and 'Haiwaan'

After 'Welcome To The Jungle', Rajpal Yadav mentioned 'Hera Pheri 3' in the pipeline. He also spoke about 'Haiwaan' as the next release after the jungle comedy. The actor sounded positive about the sequence of his projects. He believes these films will keep audiences entertained.


Rajpal Yadav shared thoughts on another film in his lineup, "After that, you’ll get to watch Police Station Mein Bhooth, which is a very cute film. And I feel that with this film, RGV (Ram Gopal Varma) sir is making a comeback. After nearly half a century, from Rangeela to Company, and then his own style of films, he is returning once again," he said.

He called 'Police Station Mein Bhooth' a cute and light-hearted project.

'Bhooth Bangla' performance and reception


'Bhooth Bangla' stars Akshay Kumar in the lead and reunites Rajpal Yadav with Priyadarshan. The actor brings high-energy situational comedy to the screen.

Critics and fans have noted his nostalgic style. Online reviews highlight both the film’s funny moments and some shifts in tone.

One Twitter review says, "Final verdict of Bhooth Bangla First 40% – pure comedy Next 10% shifts into suspense mode 50% – 95% – feels like a full serious mode Last 5% – back to comedy Overall, a good watch, but the casting felt off. Wamiqa Gabbi didn’t quite fit for me this could’ve been a great chance to introduce a fresh face."

Another one read, "First half of #BhootBangla is brilliant and full of laughter. Director Priyan is at his very best. @akshaykumar and RajPal Yadav have done top class acting. The writer has given a very good script to director to make so funny film. I am loving it."

'Bhooth Bangla' is a 2026 Hindi-language horror-comedy directed by Priyadarshan. The film blends comedy with suspense elements.