Akshay Kumar’s ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ Opens Advance Bookings Ahead of June 26 Release

Advance bookings for Akshay Kumar’s upcoming ensemble comedy Welcome To The Jungle have officially opened, with early reports indicating a strong initial response as the film heads towards its theatrical release on June 26 .

Directed by Ahmed Khan , the film is the third instalment of the hit Welcome franchise , following Welcome (2007) and Welcome Back (2015). The story revolves around a group of eccentric characters who get stranded during a botched jungle mission , setting the stage for a mix of comedy, chaos, and adventure.

The film features a massive ensemble cast , making it one of the biggest comedy projects in recent Bollywood cinema. Alongside Akshay Kumar, the cast includes Suniel Shetty, Arshad Warsi, Paresh Rawal, Johnny Lever, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta, Tusshar Kapoor , and several others, adding to its wide audience appeal.

A major talking point is the on-screen reunion of Akshay Kumar and Raveena Tandon after more than two decades , which has added significant buzz among fans. The film has also been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a UA 16+ rating , reportedly after multiple edits to certain dialogues and visuals.

Promotion for the film has been extensive, with trailer and marketing campaigns generating strong online traction . Akshay Kumar has also been actively promoting the film, urging audiences with his viral appeal, “Tickets le lo,” which has been widely shared across social media.

Meanwhile, speculation about a cameo by Salman Khan has been officially dismissed, clarifying that he is not part of the project.

Early advance booking figures from national cinema chains suggest over 2,600 tickets sold , reflecting a promising start despite the film’s earlier delay from its original Christmas 2024 release window .

With its large-scale ensemble cast, franchise popularity, and strong pre-release buzz , Welcome To The Jungle is positioned as one of the key commercial entertainers of the year.