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Actor Abhishek Bachchan is set to star in the upcoming comedy Housefull 5, the makers said on Monday.

 

The actor, who previously featured in the third instalment of the film franchise, joins already announced cast members Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh in the new movie.

 

Tarun Mansukhani, known for Dostana and Drive, will direct Housefull 5.

 

Production house Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment shared the news of Bachchan’s casting on its official X page.

 

“We’re pleased to announce @juniorbachchan joining the Housefull fam once again, we’re happy to have you back. #SajidNadiadwala’s #Housefull5 Directed by @Tarunmansukhani @akshaykumar @Riteishd @WardaNadiadwala,” the banner said in the post.

 

The franchise started with 2010’s Housefull, which was followed by three sequels— Housefull 2 (2012), Housefull 3 (2016) and Housefull 4 (2019).

Housefull 5 is produced by Sajid Nadiadwala.