Akshay Kumar has finally addressed his absence from the Bhool Bhulaiyaa sequels. In an interview with Pinkvilla, the actor revealed, “I was removed. That’s it,” when asked why he wasn’t part of the second and third installments. Fans resonated with his statement, expressing their disappointment online, with many admitting they skipped the sequels due to his absence.
Karthik Aaryan, who replaced Akshay as the lead in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and 3, shared his admiration for the veteran actor, stating, “I’ve always been a huge fan of Akshay. It feels strange to be compared to him.” Meanwhile, director Anees Bazmee explained that the script didn’t allow for Akshay’s inclusion, despite their wish to have him onboard.
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Vidya Balan, who returned in the third installment as the iconic Manjulika, reflected on her experience. While she didn’t specifically miss Akshay, she called working with him a delight and fondly recalled his comical nature on set.
Akshay is currently focusing on Hera Pheri 3 and reminisced about the original film’s unexpected cultural impact. Reflecting on its iconic status and viral memes, he shared his excitement for the third installment, which is set to begin filming later this year.
