Housefull 5 Review: Murder, Masala & Mayhem Aboard Bollywood’s Most Chaotic CruiseAkshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan on a luxury cruise ship, entangled in murder, mistaken identities, inheritance drama and yes, double the confusion and triple the cringe. That’s Housefull 5 for you: Bollywood’s comedy franchise returns with yet another round of chaos, chutzpah, and over-the-top madness. But does it sail smoothly or sink like a leaky lifeboat?
Let’s spill the full filmy chai.
What Works in Housefull 5
Akshay Kumar – The Captain of This Sinking Ship
If there’s one man still holding the comedy flag high, it’s Khiladi Kumar. His comic timing is the film’s life jacket. Whether he’s flirting, fighting, or fumbling his way through a murder mystery, Akshay’s energy gives the film its few laugh-out-loud moments.
Star Power Overload
We won’t lie… watching this much Bollywood glamour packed into one frame is paisa vasool for the eyes. Riteish’s goofball charm and Abhishek’s dry wit manage to squeeze out chuckles in places, even if the writing doesn’t always support them.
Two Endings? Yes, You Read That Right!
In a wild, never-seen-before twist, Housefull 5 offers two different climaxes in different theatres. It’s part clever marketing, part chaos, and honestly, the most refreshing thing about the film.
And Now, What Definitely Doesn’t:
Same Old Masala, Served Cold
Remember those 90s Govinda-style mistaken identity capers? Multiply that by 10, subtract the soul, and throw in some TikTok-style jokes. The plot tries to juggle comedy, a murder mystery, and glam, but ends up tripping over its own high heels.
Comedy? More Like a K.O. Punch to the Funny Bone
The jokes feel like they’ve been dug out from a 2010 WhatsApp forward. Crass humor, eye-roll-inducing double entendres, and enough objectification to make even your inner aunty go “hayee beta, kya bakwaas hai yeh?”
Glam Squad = Glorified Props
Let’s talk about the ladies of Housefull 5… oh wait, we can’t, because they were barely given anything to do. With such a big cast, it’s criminal how underused the female characters are.
Box Office: Confusion Pays (Kind Of…)
Despite mixed to negative reviews, Housefull 5 has managed to pull in some serious numbers at the box office, thanks to its star-studded ensemble and franchise hype.
- Day 1: ₹24.35 crores
- Day 2: ₹32.38 crores
- Day 3: ₹35.10 crores
That brings the opening weekend total to a net of ₹91.83 crores, with a gross collection (including taxes) of ₹108.35 crores.
Audience Verdict: Fun, If You Check Your Brain at the Door
While the critics are facepalming, a section of the audience is laughing all the way to the interval popcorn stand. Social media reactions range from “so bad it’s good” to “someone please cancel this franchise.” Fans of madcap masala might enjoy the madness, but if you were hoping for smart writing or progressive comedy, you’re in the wrong ship, captain.
Miss Malini’s Final Take
Rating: ⭐⭐ (1.5/5)
If you’re a die-hard Housefull loyalist and live for illogical, loud, and larger-than-life laughs, then sure… hop aboard this Bollywood cruise. But for everyone else, this one’s more Housefool than Housefull. Watch only if you’ve run out of shows to binge or want to see just how many times Akshay Kumar can say “Confusion ho gaya yaar!” without breaking character.
P.S.: Go in with zero expectations, maybe a drink or two, and you might float through this shipwreck with a smile. Or at least a meme idea.
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