Welcome To The Jungle to be another BLOCKBUSTER? Akshay Kumar’s Last 5 Box Office Outings Explained
After a challenging phase at the box office, Akshay Kumar appears to have regained momentum. His recent films have shown stronger audience acceptance, and with Welcome To The Jungle finally arriving in cinemas, trade experts are closely watching whether the comedy entertainer can continue the actor’s successful run. Early reactions have praised the film’s humour, ensemble cast and nostalgic appeal, though its long-term success will depend on weekend collections and audience word of mouth.
Here’s a look at Akshay Kumar’s last five theatrical releases and how they performed:
1. Bhooth Bangla (2026)
Akshay reunited with director Priyadarshan for the horror-comedy, a genre that has consistently worked well for him. The film opened strongly and maintained steady collections over the following weeks. Despite mixed critical reviews, audiences embraced its comedy and family-friendly entertainment, making it one of Akshay’s biggest successes in recent years and marking a strong comeback at the box office.
2. Jolly LLB 3 (2025)
Returning as advocate Jagdishwar Mishra, Akshay shared screen space with Arshad Warsi in the much-awaited courtroom comedy-drama. The film received positive reviews for its humour, engaging courtroom drama and performances. It enjoyed a healthy theatrical run and emerged as another commercial success.
3. Kannappa (2025)
Akshay made a special appearance in the mythological drama. His cameo created significant buzz before release and was appreciated by audiences. However, despite the attention surrounding his role, the film did not perform as expected commercially.
4. Housefull 5 (2025)
The fifth installment of the popular comedy franchise featured Akshay leading another star-studded cast. Packed with slapstick humour, mystery and family entertainment, the film attracted audiences during its opening weeks and turned into a successful theatrical outing, reaffirming Akshay’s popularity in the comedy genre.
5. Sky Force / Kesari Chapter 2
Before returning to full-fledged comedy, Akshay starred in patriotic and action-driven films such as Sky Force and Kesari Chapter 2. Both films received appreciation for their performances and storytelling, helping rebuild his box office momentum after a difficult phase.
Can Welcome To The Jungle Become a Blockbuster?
The chances certainly look promising. The Welcome franchise enjoys a loyal fan base, while the latest installment features a massive ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Shreyas Talpade, Johnny Lever and several other popular stars.
Advance bookings have been encouraging, and early audience reactions describe the film as a complete family entertainer filled with comedy, nostalgia and entertaining surprises. If the film maintains strong collections over the weekend and continues receiving positive word of mouth, Welcome To The Jungle has every chance of becoming one of Akshay Kumar’s biggest hits in recent years.
However, its final box office verdict will ultimately depend on how consistently it performs in the coming weeks. A strong opening is important, but sustained audience support will determine whether the film truly earns blockbuster status.
