Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan reunite: All you need to know about their fourth film

Actors Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan are set to reunite for a new comedy-drama directed by Anees Bazmee. The Bhooth Bangla actor confirmed the project on Thursday with an Instagram post, sharing a video of him and Vidya boarding a flight as they left for Kerala, where the team is scheduled to begin shooting.

In the caption, the 58-year-old actor said they were travelling to Kerala for Bazmee’s next film. He described it as his fourth film with Vidya and said he hoped their pairing would continue to bring luck. The post also offered the first direct update on the project, showing the two actors heading out together for the shoot.

A familiar screen pairing

The new film extends a working relationship that has already produced several well-known titles.. Akshay and Vidya appeared together in Bhool Bhulaiyaa, which was released in 2007. The same year, they also shared screen space in Heyy Babyy. They later returned together in Mission Mangal, which was released in 2019.

Their past films have spanned different genres, from comedy to drama, which is one reason the latest announcement has drawn attention. Bazmee’s film now brings them together once again for a comedy-drama.

What they are doing next

Akshay was recently seen in Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan. The film marked his reunion with the director after 14 years. Its cast also includes Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, Mithila Palkar, and late actor Asrani, among others.

Meanwhile, Vidya will be next seen in Raja Shivaji. The film is directed by Riteish Deshmukh, who also stars in it as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It follows the warrior king’s journey from his youth to the establishment of Swarajya. Along with Riteish and Vidya, the film also stars Sanjay Dutt and Genelia Deshmukh among others. Raja Shivaji is set to release on May 1.