Akshay Kumar, who has proved his versatility by doing a variety of films in his two-and-a-half-decade-long career in the Hindi film industry, is one of the most sought-after actors today. The Khiladi superstar, who wowed the audience with his act in Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007), a remake of Tamil film Chandramukhi (2005) starring Rajinikanth and Jyotika.
Interestingly, Chandramukhi was a remake of Malayalam film Manichitrathazhu (1993).
If the latest buzz is anything to go by, Akshay will do the remake of Tamil horror-comedy Kanchana: Muni 2.
“Akshay has been in talks for the Kanchana remake for a long time. The film’s concept — horror laced with humour — appealed to him. But he had to schedule his dates for the project. He has finally given the movie a go-ahead and it’s happening next year, mostly after he wraps up Good News opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan,” DNA quoted a source as saying.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa also starring Shiney Ahuja, Vidya Balan, Paresh Rawal and Manoj Joshi is pivotal roles went on to become a massive hit.
The Indian moviegoers have also approved of this genre by making films such as Golmaal Again and Stree blockbusters.
Written and directed by Raghava Lawrence, Kanchana: Muni starred R. Sarathkumar, Lakshmi Rai, Kovai Sarala, Devadarshini and Simran in significant roles. It also starred the filmmaker.
After Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Akshay to star in the remake of another horror-comedy?
