Regarding his casting priorities, Priyadarshan states, “Whenever I think of humor, my first preference is Akshay Kumar.”

Actor Akshay Kumar has been referred to by director Priyadarshan as his “preference” for Hindi comedies. Priyadarshan talked candidly about his casting method for the movies in an interview with news agency ANI, stating that he chooses the actor after drafting the script. He continued by saying that he prefers and feels comfortable working with Akshay Kumar, making him his top option for humor.

Priyadarshan said, “I think about my script first. Then I decide who is right for it. Whenever I think of humour, my first preference is Akshay. More than anything, it’s my comfort level of working with him.”

The director also reflected on the making of Bhool Bhulaiya and noted that the film was originally supposed to be a psychological thriller rather than a horror comedy. “No, we didn’t think about horror comedy when we made Bhool Bhulaiya. We just thought of a film which is a psychological thriller, but if you watch any of my films, there will be a lot of humour,” added Priyadarshan.

He continued, “From the day I started my career, I have been doing that. I like situational humour. So, I also tried to put a little bit of humour into horror because when you go to watch a horror film, people will be a little tense. So, they actually look for a chance to laugh a little bit at that. That is how we have decided to make films in the genre of horror comedy.”

Priyadarshan and Akshay had previously collaborated on films like Garam Masala, Hera Pheri, and Bhagam Bhag. The two are working together on Bhooth Bangla, a horror comedy that will hit theaters on April 10. In collaboration with Cape of Good Films, it is presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a branch of Balaji Telefilms Ltd. In addition, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Tabu, and Wamiqa Gabbi have significant roles in the movie. Priyadarshan will direct Haiwan following Bhoot Bangla. 

Akshay co-stars with Shriya Pilgaonkar, Saif Ali Khan, and Saiyami Kher. Additionally, Priyadarshan has said that Mohanlal would be in his 100th movie. Hulchul, Hera Pheri, Bhagam Bhag, Malamaal Weekly, Khatta Meetha, and Chup Chup Ke are among the director’s well-known comedies.