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Mint
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Housefull 5A and 5B OTT release: How to watch both versions of Akshay Kumar's latest comedy-drama online
Housefull 5 OTT release: Akshay Kumar's latest comedy movie finally premiered on digital screens on July 18. Cinephiles can watch both versions — 5A and 5B — of the comedy thriller online. The multi-starrer movie featuring several fresh faces with Bollywood veterans is available on rent on streaming giant Amazon Prime Video. The Ultra High Definition version of Housefull 5A and 5B is available at a cost of ₹ 349 each on the OTT platform. Featuring different climaxes and different endings with two different killers, Tarun Mansukhani directorial movie begins identically. The makers used a unique approach to draw repeat viewership as the final 20 minutes of each differ, creating two distinct climaxes. Thus, movie enthusiasts will have to shell out ₹ 698 to watch both versions of the same film. Housefull 5 description states, 'When three young impostors masquerade as the long-lost heir to a billionaire's empire, they unwittingly tumble into a deadly game of cat and mouse as they become the prime targets in a string of grisly murders.' Alongside Akshay Kumar, the ensemble cast features Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Fardeen Khan, Nargis Fakhri, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Ranjeet, Dino Morea, Chitrangada Singh, Soundarya Sharma, Nikitin Dheer and Akashdeep Sabir in pivotal roles. Released on June 6, the movie is produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. Housefull is among one of the most popular franchises in India. Its first instalment was released 15 years ago, in 2010. The second highest-grossing Bollywood movie of the year 'Housefull 5' was close to ₹ 300 crore gross mark at the worldwide box office when it ended its theatrical run, according to industry tracker Sacnilk. Housefull 5 grossed ₹ 289 crore worldwide and became the second most-watched Bollywood movie of the year in India after Chhaava. Akshay Kumar's 7th biggest grosser globally is the most expensive Indian comedy movie, reportedly made on a budget of ₹ 250 crore.
Economic Times
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Housefull 5 OTT release: When and Where to watch Akshay Kumar's latest comedy movie online
Synopsis Housefull 5, the latest film in the hit comedy franchise, is set to stream on Amazon Prime Video after its successful theatrical run that began on June 6, 2025. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the film takes place on a luxury cruise and follows a chaotic inheritance battle involving three men claiming to be the billionaire heir, Jolly. Known for releasing in two different versions with alternate endings, the film generated buzz for its experimental storytelling and star-studded cast led by Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh. Housefull 5 Set for OTT Release After Theatrical Success Following its theatrical release on June 6, 2025, Housefull 5—the latest entry in one of Bollywood's most popular comedy franchises—is now preparing for its OTT debut. While an official streaming date has not been confirmed, reports suggest the film may arrive on Amazon Prime Video either by the last week of July or in early August, as per Times of India. The digital release is highly anticipated, given the buzz the film generated for its unique storytelling format and ensemble installment unfolds on a grand cruise liner and opens with billionaire Ranjeet Dobriyal's death from a heart attack, just before the start of his 100th birthday celebration. His passing is kept secret by his son Dev and the board to prevent market panic. Matters escalate when Ranjeet's will reveals that his £69 billion fortune is to be inherited by Jolly, his son from a previous marriage. Complications arise when three different men—Julius (Akshay Kumar), Jalbhushan (Abhishek Bachchan), and Jalabuddin (Riteish Deshmukh)—each claim to be Jolly. All three possess matching birthmarks, making the situation increasingly absurd. What follows is a blend of romantic confusion, mistaken identities, and over-the-top investigations—all layered in the franchise's trademark comedic an unusual move for a mainstream Hindi film, Housefull 5 was released in two separate versions—titled Housefull 5A and Housefull 5B—each with its own climax. This bold narrative experiment was met with enthusiasm, with audiences intrigued by the idea of alternate endings. It added replay value and set the film apart from previous entries in the by Tarun Mansukhani and co-written with Farhad Samji, the film features an extensive cast. Alongside the lead trio, the ensemble includes Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Nana Patekar, Mithun Chakraborty, Chitrangda Singh, Fardeen Khan, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Archana Puran Singh, Chunky Panday, Dino Morea, and others, all contributing to the film's chaotic its theatrical release, Housefull 5 had already secured Rs 135 crore from non-theatrical deals, including Rs 75 crore for its digital rights. Its global box office collection of Rs 288.58 crore ensured the film not only recovered costs but emerged as a commercial hit. With the film now gearing up for its OTT release, Amazon Prime Video is set to host this comedy spectacle, offering viewers another chance to board the cruise of 5 has been produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Firuzi Khan, and Warda Nadiadwala under the Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment banner.
Pink Villa
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Decoding the budget & revenue of Housefull 5: Akshay Kumar's comic caper breaks even for Sajid Nadiadwala
Tarun Mansukhani's Housefull 5 starring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, Nargis Fakhri and others is nearing the end of its theatrical run. With a strong flow of new releases every week, there's not much hold that we can expect for the comic-caper. An India net of around Rs 165 crore and an overseas gross of approximately USD 7.5-8 million is what we expect for the 5th installment of Housefull. Housefull 5 Opened Well But Saw Collections Dwindling After The Weekend Housefull 5 has performed averagely at the box office. However, given that it is part of one of the most successful comedy franchises in India with a 100 percent hit track record, it should have done better. After a good weekend, the movie could not hold strong over the weekdays. Despite no stiff competition from new releases, the week 2 of Housefull 5 was under par. After that, Sitaare Zameen Par brought the film down to single digits in week 3. All said and done, the movie's costs have been recovered. The Economics Of Housefull 5 Are As Under Particulars The budget of Housefull 5 includes a part remuneration of Akshay Kumar. Akshay Kumar works on a part upfront and part profit-share basis. For this movie, since there are not much overflows outside the Rs 15-20 crore that will come to the producers in the form of subsidy, the actor won't be making his desired amount. Jolly LLB 3 Is Expected To Unleash Akshay Kumar's Box Office Potential Post Pandemic Housefull 5 is just another stepping stone for Akshay Kumar. He is regaining the trust of the audience with every film and that can be seen in the growing trajectory of his films. It is expected that Jolly LLB 3 will unleash the true potential of Akshay Kumar; that has not been seen since the start of the pandemic. Housefull 5 In Theatres
News18
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Tarun Mansukhani Reveals Why He Took A Break After Dostana: 'My Divorce Changed...'
Last Updated: Tarun Mansukhani opens up about taking a break from films after Dostana, revealing his divorce was "expensive" and left him unable to focus on directing. Tarun Mansukhani made a memorable Bollywood debut with Dostana in 2008—a vibrant, genre-bending hit that starred Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, and Priyanka Chopra. With its success at the box office and pop culture impact, expectations were high for his next directorial venture. But instead of riding the wave, Tarun stepped away from the spotlight, vanishing from the director's chair for over a decade. It wasn't until 2019 that he returned to helm Drive, a Netflix release starring Sushant Singh Rajput and Jacqueline Fernandez. The gap between his first and second films raised eyebrows—but now, Tarun is speaking candidly about what kept him away from filmmaking. In a recent interview with Just Too Filmy, the director revealed that the hiatus was due to a deeply personal and financially draining chapter in his life: a difficult divorce. 'A lot happened in life," Tarun shared. 'I went through a divorce. It wasn't a pleasant one. It was an expensive one for me, and life just took its own turns. I was not in a bandwidth or headspace to make a film." Tarun explained that he didn't want to approach his work from a place of desperation. 'I knew I was in debt, and I needed to sort that out. I didn't want to make a film just because I needed the money. The moment I do that, I know everything I do will be tainted by that. I'd be making a film out of fear. I wouldn't be fun to work with on set either. So, what's the point?" Instead, he focused on rebuilding. 'I did everything else I could to pay off that debt. Once I had cleared everything, only then did I start developing a new film." Tarun was previously married to Karuna, and the couple parted ways in 2014 after nine years of marriage. Now back in action, Mansukhani's latest directorial effort, Housefull 5, has hit theatres and is showing decent traction at the box office. In just 10 days, the comedy has raked in ₹154.25 crore. However, with a reported budget of ₹225 crore, the film still has ground to cover before it can be officially declared a hit. First Published: June 16, 2025, 18:55 IST
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Housefull 5' Box Office collection day 21: Akshay Kumar's film crosses Rs 180 crore; loses steam as ‘Maa', ‘Kannappa' and ‘F1: The Movie' hit cinemas today
Akshay Kumar 's latest laugh riot, 'Housefull 5', hit cinemas on 6 June and opened to much excitement and cheer. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the film is the fifth part of the hit 'Housefull' franchise and brings together a massive cast on a luxurious cruise packed with confusion, comedy, and chaos. Housefull 5 Movie Review The film started strong and continued to win hearts in the first two weeks. But as it entered its third Thursday, the numbers began to drop. Still, there's something to cheer about — the film has officially crossed the Rs 180 crore mark at the Indian box office. 'Housefull 5' earns Rs 85 lakh on day 21 According to early estimates by Sacnilk, 'Housefull 5' earned just Rs 85 lakh on Day 21 (26 June), which brought its total domestic collection to Rs 180.60 crore On its 21st day, 'Housefull 5' recorded a 10.61% overall occupancy in Hindi 2D theatres. The film's performance remained low throughout the day, showing a clear dip in audience turnout. Morning shows saw the weakest response at just 6.64%, while the afternoon picked up slightly with 11.24% occupancy. The numbers improved a bit in the evening at 12.05%, and night shows reached the highest of the day at 12.50%. Akshay Kumar's comedy battled 'Sitaare Zameen Par' and 'Kuberaa' Even before this week's new releases, 'Housefull 5' had already been facing stiff competition at the box office. Aamir Khan's heartfelt film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' and Dhanush's action-packed 'Kuberaa' were both doing well in cinemas, cutting into the audience share for 'Housefull 5'. But now, things are set to get even tougher. New releases This weekend may be the most challenging yet for 'Housefull 5'. Starting today, 27 June, three new big films have hit cinemas: Kajol's emotional horror 'Maa', the high-octane documentary-style 'F1: The Movie', and the mythological epic 'Kannappa'. What's interesting is that 'Kannappa' also stars Akshay Kumar. Star-studded cast Akshay Kumar leads a star-studded cast in 'Housefull 5', which brings together some of Bollywood's most popular faces. The film also features Riteish Deshmukh , Abhishek Bachchan, Fardeen Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea , Shreyas Talpade, Chunky Pandey, Johnny Lever, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, and Sonam Bajwa. Set on a lavish cruise ship, the story follows a string of comic misadventures and sudden murders, leading to complete chaos and confusion — a trademark style of the 'Housefull' franchise.
