Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar film gets positive early reactions

Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Welcome to the Jungle comes on the heels of Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla, which grossed over Rs 270 crore in India.

Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release Live Updates: Akshay Kumar has returned to the big screen with Welcome to the Jungle, the latest installment in the popular Welcome franchise. Joining Akshay in Ahmed Khan’s comedy entertainer are Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, and Kiku Sharda among others.

The film comes on the heels of Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla, which grossed over Rs 270 crore in India. With expectations riding high after Akshay’s recent box office success, all eyes are now on how Welcome to the Jungle fares at the ticket windows.

Story continues below this ad Also Read – Welcome To The Jungle advance box office: Akshay Kumar film starts slow, closes in on Rs 1 crore Welcome to the Jungle has had a modest start in advance bookings but is gradually picking up pace ahead of its theatrical release. Trade analysts believe that positive word-of-mouth and nostalgia associated with the Welcome franchise could boost its opening-day collections. Film trade analyst Komal Nahta told SCREEN, “The advance bookings are looking alright. Nothing to shout about, but nothing too bad either.” He added, “Welcome franchise is loved by the public, so it’s expected to do well. The trailer was okay, nothing great. But, the trailer that they cut yesterday, which showcased action more than comedy, is better.” Live Updates Jun 26, 2026 01:00 AM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Akshay-Raveena scene will get the house down' Trade analyst Joginder Tuteja took to X and wrote, "That #akshaykumar #raveenatandon scene just before the interval will get the house down. The meta reference is way too entertaining! #welcometothejungle." Jun 26, 2026 12:30 AM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Fan raves about Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty User @jammypants4 shared on X, "I mean this with utmost sincerity. There is a point where Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty are hogging film footage, trying to upstage each other in front of the villagers & it’s one of the funniest sequences I have seen this year in theatres. #welcometothejungle" Jun 26, 2026 12:00 AM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Akshay Kumar's comic timing is just unmatched' User @TripurariMedia wrote on X, "Done watching the #welcometothejungle and OMG it is so so HILARIOUS. Meta references of all the OG comedy classics like #phirherapheri, #awarapaagaldeewana, #welcome and so many iconic Akshay Kumar films… and they actually land. #akshaykumar absolutely STEALS the SHOW, especially in his 2nd role ! His comic timing is just UNMATCHED 🙏🏻 #sunielshetty is SUPERB, and all our OG comedy legends like #johnnylever, #rajpalyadav and the entire supporting cast deliver GOOD PERFORMANCES. The storyline is decent, but the REAL HERO is the execution. Dialogues, parody, comedy, references to older films, fake identity confusion, hilarious situations… everything is designed purely for entertainment. Just keep your brain at home and go have a gala time with your family! The entire auditorium was LAUGHING, CHEERING and ENJOYING every other scene ! The film starts on an average note but picks up insanely well around 20 mins before the interval. From there, it’s comedy, comedy and more comedy. The 2nd half continues the MADNESS though a few action scenes could have been trimmed, but they still fit the hilarious narrative!! #dishapatani, #jacquelinefernandez and #akshaykumar were all ENTERTAINING, but Akshay proves once again why he’s the OG of comedy .. MAAN GYE BHAI. If you loved films like Tees Maar Khan, Welcome, Awara Paagal Deewana or Phir Hera Pheri, then this is a MUST WATCH." Jun 25, 2026 11:30 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'A loud, crazy, old-school masala entertainer' A post on X page @thefilmycharcha read, "WelcomeToTheJungle #wttjreview: A loud, crazy, old-school masala entertainer that puts fun above logic. Packed with comedy, action, catchy songs and a star-studded cast, #akshaykumar leads the madness with superb comic timing. Go Watch." Jun 25, 2026 11:00 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'A thoroughly entertaining comic caper' Trade analyst Sumit Kadel said via X, "MAD CRAZY ENTERTAINER (3.5/5) #welcometothejungle is a thoroughly entertaining comic caper that delivers laughs through hilarious one-liners, witty situational comedy and non-stop madness. #akshaykumar is in terrific form, leading the chaos with impeccable comic timing, while the massive ensemble cast - #suneilshetty - #arshadwarsi - #pareshrawal & rest keeps the entertainment quotient consistently high. A wholesome family entertainer that promises plenty of fun and laughter on the big screen. Director #ahmedkhan deserves appreciation for pulling off such a challenging film. Handling a massive ensemble cast while maintaining the comic rhythm isn’t easy, and he succeeds in delivering an entertaining, laugh-filled big-screen experience. #welcometothejunglereview" Jun 25, 2026 10:30 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Film is tailored for audiences who simply want to laugh, and have a good time' Trade analyst Taran Adarsh's note on X read, "OneWordReview...#welcometothejungle: ENTERTAINING.Rating: 3½. Get ready for a 1980s-style masala entertainer... The focus is on fun, laughter, nostalgia, and larger-than-life entertainment – not logic or reasoning... Several jokes land effectively, though the post-interval portions feel stretched. #wttjreview. #wttj is aimed at the masses... Bollywood has largely forgotten how to create entertainers that connect with audiences beyond the metros – the heartland and mass pockets in particular... This one is for them. A massive cast, emphasis on entertainment, visually striking songs, big-screen action, and a few pleasant surprises – #wttj has it all. The biggest achievement of director Ahmed Khan is managing such a massive cast... Pulling off a film of this scale is no easy feat, and the effort is visible on screen. However, Ahmed attempts to pack every ingredient imaginable into the narrative, and that's where the film stumbles... The post-interval portions lack the sparkle and energy that make the first half so enjoyable. Despite the gigantic cast, it's #akshaykumar who drives the film... Playing to the gallery, his impeccable comic timing emerges as one of the film's major strengths. #sunielshetty and #arshadwarsi are effective in their respective parts... #pareshrawal, #rajpalyadav, and #shreyastalpade – the on-screen movie-makers – contribute several genuinely funny moments, while #johnylever remains dependable as ever. The sequences involving the Azadganj villagers – #raveenatandon, #faridajalal, and #kirankumar – are thoroughly entertaining... All three are terrific. Both #dishapatani and #jacquelinefernandez get limited scope and don't have much to do... #jackieshroff, as the antagonist, makes his presence felt. The cameo appearances by stars from a hugely popular TV show bring back a strong sense of nostalgia. The dialogues are genuinely hilarious at several places, while the soundtrack turns out to be a mixed bag. Final word? #wttj is tailored for audiences who simply want to smile, laugh, and have a good time – logic be damned." Jun 25, 2026 10:00 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Just pure chaos and laughter till interval' X user @kshetrapalbhati posted, "No logic, no physics, just pure chaos and laughter till interval. Public is enjoying brainrot comedy till interval… and loving every second of it." Jun 25, 2026 09:40 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'People are going crazy with the Farida Jalal and Kiran Kumar combo' User @deo26 tweeted, "Interval. People are going crazy with the Farida Jalal and Kiran Kumar combo. #welcometothejungle can surprise those who walk in with zero expectations." Jun 25, 2026 09:23 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Some sequence are very good' User @_mrchaturvedi took to X and wrote, "WelcomeToTheJungle - started off really slow and kinda boring.. up until the entire cast was trying to make a film.. but then something happened, and now they have to finish shooting somehow in one day.. now after this point,, the film gets really hilarious. Some sequence are very good, I had a good laugh.. public enjoyed too.. So basically… quarter half of first half is kinda very funny and yeah, interval is not regular interval but have a Akshay and Disha song as interval. There are some negatives too but they will be in full review. First half." Jun 25, 2026 09:04 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'An absolutely hilarious ride till the interval' User @Shivam_Akkian said via X, "#welcometothejungle is an absolutely hilarious ride till the interval. The audience has been laughing non-stop during many scenes. Can’t wait for the second half now." Jun 25, 2026 08:45 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Inside the making of Welcome to the Jungle Director Ahmed Khan revealed what a regular day on Akshay Kumar-starrer adventure comedy Welcome to the Jungle looked like -- 900 people, 50 vanity vans, and 250 cars. Read More Here. Jun 25, 2026 08:30 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Akshay kumar-Suniel Shetty combo always delivers' A post by X user @Rancho119 read, "Its INTERVAL. My review for #welcometothejungle. Just one word: COMPLETE ENTERTAINER. Starting was slow but entertaining, performance of starcast is Brilliant. Akshay kumar - Suniel shetty combo always Delivers. Full Paisa Vasool." Jun 25, 2026 08:15 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Akshay Kumar's chemistry with Disha Patani so far is electrifying' Trade analyst Navneet Mundhra shared on X, "Now watching #welcometothejungle. First scene starts with super funny #johnnylever.... There's a reference to #dhurandhar as India's biggest blockbuster. Paresh Rawal as 'Dev' & Rajpal Yadav as 'Das' are shown as director duo. #unchalambakad should have been @akshaykumar's entry song.... not #ghisghis. His chemistry with #dishapatani so far is electrifying." Jun 25, 2026 08:00 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Fan shares first reaction from preview show User @Mafiya_Singh11 posted on X, "Show starts with a bang. the first 15 min are super #akshaykumar #welcometothejungle" Jun 25, 2026 07:45 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar's request to film critics before film's release Sharing a poster of Welcome to the Jungle on his Instagram Stories, Akshay Kumar wrote, "Critics and influencers, please replace star ratings with laughter emojis." Jun 25, 2026 07:30 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'Leave your brain at home,' says trade analyst Trade analyst Himesh Mankad wrote on X, "It's #welcometothejungle day! Here's hoping the film delivers the same laugh-a-riot experience as many comedies of #akshaykumar from the 2000s, and emerges a success at the box-office. Passing on the best wishes to #akshaykumar, #sunielshetty, #pareshrawal, #arshadwarsi, #firoznadiadwala, #ahmedkhan and the entire gang of #welcometothejungle for the grand release. The advances are now open. Leave your brain at home, visit the cinema halls, buy the tickets, grab some pop-corn, as the cast is ready to #welcome you on a twisted ride of entertainment - In cinema near you, and far far away from you!" Jun 25, 2026 07:10 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Paid previews to be held today Sharing a promo of Welcome To The Jungle song "O Mere Balam", Akshay Kumar revealed that the paid previews of the comedy film will begin at 7:30 pm today. Jun 25, 2026 07:00 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar film starts slow According to trade experts, Welcome to the Jungle's advance booking for day 1 has crossed Rs 1 crore, signalling a slow start at the box office. Read More Here. Jun 25, 2026 06:48 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Ahmed Khan on shooting with 34 actors In an interview with Rediff, director Ahmed Khan talked about shooting with 34 actors. He said, "It wasn't tough. Everybody thought that there will be a problem for me, but there was no problem. I had only one problem, though. When everybody used to come on set, half of the time was wasted in greeting each other. Everybody was like, 'Arre, how are you?' 'What are you doing?' and things like that. Now, he (pointing at Akshay) comes on time. Anna (Suniel Shetty) comes on time. The next one-and-a-half hour would be followed by everyone's arrival. I used to be a little worried about that. But as soon we would start rolling camera, it was super smooth." Jun 25, 2026 06:38 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: 'If people enjoyed Bhoot Bangla, this film is three times funnier' In an interview with Rediff, Akshay Kumar talked about comedy genre and his upcoming film Welcome to the Jungle. He said, "To make people laugh is really the hardest thing. You can make people cry by adding glycerine to your eyes but you have to work hard for comedy. I always say that comedy hasn't gotten its due. If people enjoyed Bhoot Bangla, this film is three times funnier. Each and every person is so funny in this film. One of the biggest highlights of Welcome to the Jungle is Farida Jalalji and Kiran Kumarji. You must see this film to know what they have done." Jun 25, 2026 06:28 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: A star-studded ensemble cast Welcome to the Jungle boasts a star-studded ensemble cast featuring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Jackie Shroff, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Farida Jalal, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Rajpal Yadav, Krushna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Daler Mehndi, Mika Singh, Aftab Shivdasani, Mukesh Tiwari, Yashpal Sharma, Kiran Kumar, Zakir Hussain, Vindu Dara Singh, Pankaj Dheer, Urvashi Rautela, Hemant Pandey, Brijendra Kala, Firoz Khan, Puneet Issar, Sudesh Berry and Jeetu Verma. Jun 25, 2026 06:18 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar film to hit screens this Friday Welcome to the Jungle is set to hit theatres on June 26. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film is the third instalment in the popular Welcome franchise. Jun 25, 2026 06:17 PM IST Welcome to the Jungle Movie Review and Release LIVE Updates: Akshay Kumar film to hit screens this Friday Akshay Kumar-starrer Welcome to the Jungle is set to hit theatres on June 26. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film is the third instalment in the popular Welcome franchise.

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