Abhishek Bachchan Returns to Housefull Franchise, Excited to Reunite with Akshay Kumar and Riteish

Abhishek Bachchan, who is getting back into the Housefull series, is having a homecoming moment. The actor has signed on to work on the comedic production, which also stars Akshay Kumar, for the fifth installment of the movie. In the 2016 film Housefull 3, Abhishek debuted in the franchise as aspiring rapper Bunty, who is compelled by his circumstances to portray himself as disabled.

‘Happy to be back’

Abhishek is thrilled to work with Riteish Deshmukh and Akshay on the set of Housefull 5. Together on this project, Abhishek reunites with Tarun Mansukhani, with whom he collaborated on Dostana. I feel at home when I watch Housefull again because it’s one of my favorite funny shows. Abhishek said in a statement, “Working with Sajid Nadiadwala has always been a wonderful joy. Alongside other performers Akshay and Ritesh, I am excited to have a ton of fun on the sets.” Working with my good buddy Tarun Mansukhani once more excites me as well. After Dostana, I’m incredibly excited to collaborate with him once more. It will be a lot of fun doing this.

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There will be a cruise ship scene in Housefull 5. August is when the manufacturing is scheduled to start in the UK. June 6, 2025, is the scheduled date of the film’s global release. (Read: Akshay Kumar reveals just one cast member and announces the release date for Housefull 5) Sajid said, “I am thrilled to bring back Abhishek to the Housefull franchise,” about getting the comedian back into the comedy scene. His commitment, sense of humor, and genuineness will only improve our movie.