Mumbai buzzed with nostalgia as Bollywood icons Vidya Balan and Akshay Kumar teamed up once again, this time not for the silver screen but to celebrate director Priyadarshan’s birthday in a heartwarming video. The duo, best remembered for their electrifying chemistry in the 2007 horror-comedy ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’, delighted fans with a playful throwback that brought back memories of the iconic Manjulika.
Akshay shared the fun clip on Instagram, where he’s seen lounging on a child’s swing, cheekily commenting on Priyadarshan’s age while wishing him robust health and blockbuster successes ahead. The video takes a hilarious turn when Akshay introduces a ‘special friend’ – none other than Vidya Balan, emerging from a kid-sized tent as the ghostly Manjulika, complete with her signature eerie vibe. She extends birthday cheers and good luck for Priyadarshan’s upcoming project ‘Bhoot Bangla’.
Captioned simply with birthday wishes, the post exploded with fan love. Comments flooded in, with one user exclaiming, ‘Original Manjulika is back! Childhood memories refreshed.’ Others praised the legendary director and clamored for a ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ sequel featuring the dream duo.
This light-hearted reunion underscores the enduring magic of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’, a film that masterfully blended scares, laughs, and thrills. Fans are now hopeful that this spark reignites a full-fledged collaboration, proving that some Bollywood bonds are timeless.