India, March 31 -- Even though he began his cinematic journey with Malayalam cinema in the 80s, it was a string of hits in Hindi that made Priyadarshan a nationally recognised name. From Hera Pheri and Garam Masala to Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Priyadarshan was prolific in Bollywood in the first decade of the 21st century. But after 2013, he bid adieu to Hindi films to focus on Malayalam cinema again. Bhooth Bangla, his upcoming film, marks the filmmaker's comeback to Hindi filmmaking. Ahead of the film's release, the veteran filmmaker sat down with Hindustan Times to discuss his journey so far, return to Hindi cinema, and more.

Bhooth Bangla marks not just Priyadarshan's return to Hindi films, but also his reunion with frequent collaborators Aksh...