June 6, 2025 — Akshay Kumar’s much-awaited comic caper, Housefull 5, has finally hit theatres and is already winning hearts across the country. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the film promises a rollercoaster of comedy, chaos, and unexpected twists — and early reactions from fans and critics alike suggest it delivers in full force.
With an ensemble cast featuring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Sanjay Dutt, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, and more, the fifth instalment in the beloved franchise blends classic Bollywood humour with a murder mystery twist.
On social media platform X (formerly Twitter), users are calling the film a “mass entertainer” and a “laugh riot with a thrilling edge.” Akshay Kumar’s return to his comedy roots is being especially celebrated, with fans calling it a “legendary comeback.” One post gushed, “Comic timing of Akshay, Riteish & Johnny Lever is unmatched… but that climax??? Twist pe twist!”
Another viewer highlighted Sonam Bajwa’s standout performance, calling her Punjabi dialogue “the most authentic” seen in Bollywood in years, a welcome break from tired stereotypes.
The film, set largely aboard a luxury cruise, revolves around the chaos that ensues after the death of a billionaire, triggering a string of misadventures, disguises, mistaken identities, and laugh-out-loud moments.
Many fans praised the film’s two-part structure, with a “hilarious” first half and a “suspenseful” second half leading to a wild climax. The background score, songs, and ensemble chemistry also earned high marks. As one review summed it up: “Housefull 5 is a total mad combo — solid BGM, full of chaos, and family-friendly fun.”
Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Warda Nadiadwala, and Firuzi Khan under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Housefull 5 appears to have struck the perfect balance between nostalgia and novelty, ensuring a fun-filled theatrical experience for audiences across all ages.
If the early buzz is anything to go by, Housefull 5 is well on its way to becoming one of 2025’s biggest Bollywood blockbusters.
