Housefull 5 (2025)
Housefull 5 is the upcoming fifth installment of Bollywood’s hit comedy franchise, scheduled for theatrical release on 6 June 2025 .🎬 What’s New? Genre Twist – Comedy‑Mystery: Directed by Tarun Mansukhani (of Dostana fame), it marks a shift from the traditional slapstick to a whodunit format. It features a murder mystery set aboard a luxury cruise . Two Alternate Endings: Each theatre receives one of two endings with a different “killer,” making every screening unique. A first in Indian cinema, this experimental hook was revealed alongside the trailer .🌟 Star-Studded Cast Returning actors include Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, along with fresh faces: Sanjay Dutt & Jackie Shroff (as police officers) Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Sonam Bajwa, Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, Chunky Panday, Johnny Lever… and more .📍 Filming & Production Cruise Shoot: Principal photography took place across various European waters—from Newcastle to Spain and Normandy—wrapping in April 2025 . High-End VFX: Originally slated for Diwali 2024, the film was postponed to June 2025 to accommodate elaborate VFX and narrative complexity .📊 OTT Release Streaming Plans: Housefull 5 is expected on Amazon Prime Video by late July or early August 2025, following its theatrical run .🏆 Box Office Summary Opening Day: ₹23–24 crore Opening Weekend: ₹92 crore (net India) 4th Day: ₹13.5 crore 5-Day Domestic Net: ~₹101 crore India Gross (Week 1): ~₹190–218 crore Worldwide Gross: Between ₹238–289 crore⚠️ Audience Critics Positive: “Entertainment package” with a “killer twist,” offering chaotic, star-powered fun . Negative: Criticised for weak plot and overuse of sleazy humour; viewers divided based on tolerance for the Housefull comedy formula .✅ Conclusion Housefull 5 marks a bold shift for the franchise, blending its trademark chaotic comedy with a murder-mystery twist. With two alternate endings, a star-studded ensemble, and lavish visuals aboard a luxury cruise, the film offers something fresh for fans and newcomers alike. While the humor continues to divide opinion—especially for those tired of slapstick and double entendres—the movie delivers on its promise of high-energy entertainment. Whether you're in it for the laughs, the twist, or the massive cast, Housefull 5 is a theatrical event designed to surprise and amuse.
- 2025
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