The highly anticipated teaser for Housefull 5, Akshay Kumar’s upcoming comedy extravaganza, has mysteriously vanished from YouTube less than a month before the film’s scheduled release. Initially launched on April 30 with much fanfare, the teaser was taken down on the morning of May 9, reportedly due to a copyright claim from an unexpected source—Mofusion Studios.
Directed by Tarun Mansukhani and backed by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Housefull 5 boasts a star-studded ensemble and is gearing up for a theatrical release on June 6. The teaser, which introduced audiences to the film’s chaotic, laughter-filled universe, featured the energetic track Laal Pari, performed by Yo Yo Honey Singh and Simar Kaur. It had quickly garnered millions of views before being abruptly removed.
Visitors to the teaser’s YouTube page were met with the message: “This video is no longer available due to a copyright claim by Mofusion Studios.” This sudden takedown has sparked speculation and confusion, as Mofusion—an Indian music label known for collaborating with artists like Diljit Dosanjh and Jasmine Sandlas—has no publicly known connection to the film or its soundtrack.
Interestingly, the teaser remains available on other platforms, such as Instagram, where it was originally shared by lead cast members including Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, Riteish Deshmukh, and Sonam Bajwa on April 30.
Both Mofusion Studios and Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment have been contacted for comment, though neither has issued an official statement at the time of writing. It remains unclear what specific content triggered the copyright strike or whether it pertains to the music, visuals, or something else entirely.
Despite the hiccup, the buzz around Housefull 5 continues. The film brings together a powerhouse cast including Abhishek Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Shreyas Talpade, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Dino Morea, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangada Singh, Soundarya Sharma, Chunky Pandey, and Johnny Lever—promising a comic rollercoaster that builds on the legacy of the franchise.
There’s no indication yet that this teaser removal will impact the film’s promotional schedule or release date. For now, fans will have to make do with the teaser clips available on social media while the issue is being resolved.
