Bollywood’s king of comedy, Akshay Kumar, is back — and this time, he’s doubling down on the madness! Housefull 5 hit theatres today (June 6), and in true Housefull fashion, it’s bringing more than just chaos, confusion, and over-the-top hilarity — it’s giving audiences two endings in one grand theatrical experiment.
Yes, you read that right. Housefull 5 isn’t just one film — it’s two. Titled Housefull 5A and Housefull 5B, both versions are playing across a staggering 5000 screens in India, making it one of the biggest releases in Akshay’s career. But what sets the two apart isn’t the language, the runtime, or even the screen format — it’s the climax.
Murder, Mayhem, and Multiple Jollys
Directed by Dostana’s Tarun Mansukhani, Housefull 5 takes the franchise’s absurd comedy to a new setting — a luxurious cruise ship — where a billionaire (Ranjeet) drops dead moments after announcing he’ll be leaving his fortune to “Jolly.” The problem? There are three Jollys on board — played by Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan.
Naturally, all three Jollys (along with their girlfriends, played by Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonam Bajwa, and Nargis Fakhri) become prime suspects. The whodunit unfolds with the usual Housefull-style chaos, outrageous twists, and laugh-a-minute gags — but depending on whether you watch 5A or 5B, the killer is different.
What’s the Difference Between 5A and 5B?
Both versions share the same 140-minute runtime, and the first two hours of the film are identical. It’s the last 20 minutes that diverge — offering different resolutions, different killers, and slightly different vibes.
Early reactions suggest that Housefull 5A wraps things up more clearly, while 5B delivers a more unpredictable ending — though a few found it slightly more forced. Either way, fans are loving the slapstick madness, with many calling it the “best in the franchise.”
Double the Endings, Double the Fun?
This bold move isn’t just for creative kicks — it’s a smart business play. With positive word of mouth kicking in, the makers are banking on repeat viewings. After all, if fans love one version, they might just come back to watch the other.
Even Akshay and Riteish are encouraging fans to watch both. In a cheeky promotional video, the duo urged viewers to hit the theatres twice — once for 5A, and once for 5B. Multiplexes seem to be on board too, splitting shows between both versions to give audiences the full experience.
Clash Alert: Housefull 5 vs Thug Life
While Housefull 5 dominates screens, Kamal Haasan’s Thug Life is also vying for audience attention this weekend. Still, distributors are ensuring near-equal showtimes for both versions of Housefull 5 — proving just how confident they are in this comedy spectacle.
The Full Star-Studded Madness
Along with its powerhouse trio, Housefull 5 boasts a massive ensemble cast: Fardeen Khan, Nana Patekar, Jackie Shroff, Chunky Panday, Johny Lever, Dino Morea, Soundarya Sharma — and yes, even more faces pop in for surprise laughs.
Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under the Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment banner, this fifth instalment continues the franchise’s tradition of outrageous plots, big ensemble chaos, and unapologetically silly humour.
