News Desk : Get ready for chaos, confusion and plenty of laughs. Akshay Kumar is returning to his favourite comedy zone with Welcome To The Jungle, and while the advance booking numbers are not explosive, the film is generating steady buzz ahead of its theatrical release on June 26.

Directed by Ahmed Khan, the third installment of the popular Welcome franchise has sold over 40,000 tickets in advance bookings across India. Trade reports suggest the film has crossed the Rs 1-crore mark in advance sales, with stronger spot bookings expected closer to release. Industry experts believe the film's biggest strength is Akshay Kumar's return to full-fledged comedy, a genre that has historically connected well with audiences.

The film boasts one of the biggest ensemble casts in recent years, featuring Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Arshad Warsi, Jacqueline Fernandez, Disha Patani, Raveena Tandon, Lara Dutta and several other comedy veterans. Trade analysts predict an opening-day collection in the range of Rs 15-20 crore if audience response remains positive. The film's trailer, action-comedy mix and franchise recall value have kept expectations high among fans.

With a star-studded cast, a beloved franchise tag and Akshay Kumar back in comic form, Welcome To The Jungle is gearing up for a big box-office test. Whether it can recreate the magic of its predecessors will become clear once the laughter begins at cinemas this weekend.