'Housefull 3' collects over Rs 30 crore in two days

Mumbai: Filmmaker duo Sajid-Farhad's directorial "Housefull 3", which stars Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh and Abhishek Bachchan, has amassed Rs 31.51 crore in just two days of its release.

The third instalment of the "Housefull" franchise released on Friday.

The day two collection was Rs 16.30 crore nett (India), and opening day collection figures were Rs 15.21 crore taking the total to Rs 31.51 crore, read a statement.

The film also features Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri and Lisa Haydon.

This is not the first time that Akshay, Riteish and Jacqueline are seen in the comedy film's franchise. The three have also been part of the first and second instalments, directed by Sajid Khan.

"Housefull 3" is produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.

Producer Nadiadwala shared: "It is heartening to know that audience are loving the film. The film has been garnering a positive response from all the corners.”

He added: “All the appreciation, which have been pouring in makes me and my team feel proud of our work."