Housefull 5 is a Hindi comedy movie released in 2025. It is the fifth part of the Housefull series. The movie stars Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, Kriti Sanon, Pooja Hegde, and others. It is directed by Tarun Mansukhani and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The film is full of fun, confusion, and crazy situations.
On IMDb, it has got an average rating of 5.2 out of 10. Some people liked the comedy, but many said it is too silly and not fresh. On social media, viewers shared mixed feelings. Fans of Akshay Kumar enjoyed his comic timing, but some found the movie over-the-top and loud. Families with kids liked it more because of its colorful scenes and jokes. But serious movie lovers were not happy with the story and jokes.
You can also check out our recent reviews like The Bhootnii or Romeo S3 for comparison with other 2025 comedies.
Review
Housefull 5 is a complete mix of confusion, drama, love, action, and fun. Like the earlier Housefull movies, this one also uses the “mistaken identity” trick. But this time, things are even more crazy and louder. There are many characters, and everyone is playing double or triple roles. So, it becomes hard to understand who is who. The movie tries to make you laugh in every scene, but only some jokes work well.
The locations are beautiful, and the clothes of all actors are stylish. But the movie feels very long, and many jokes are repeated from older movies. It tries too hard to be funny and sometimes becomes irritating.
Story
The story of Housefull 5 is all about five couples who are stuck in a big problem. There is a mix-up of names, faces, and love. The heroes try to marry the right girl, but again and again, confusion happens. Every scene adds more mess. There are funny uncles, secret twins, and fake memories.
The story is not new. It feels like the same story of Housefull 1, 2, 3, and 4, but with more people and more madness. The first half is okay with some funny scenes. But the second half is full of chaos. In the end, all confusion is solved in a loud, dramatic way.
You can also read our take on confusion comedies like Bhool Chuk Maaf, which had a better story balance.
Acting
Akshay Kumar once again proves he is the king of comedy. His timing is good, and he looks energetic. Riteish Deshmukh is also funny as always. Abhishek Bachchan tries his best but gets lost in the group. Among the actresses, Kriti Sanon and Pooja Hegde look pretty but don’t get strong roles. Most of the time, they are just running around or screaming.
The supporting actors like Chunky Pandey and Johny Lever are funny in some parts. But with so many characters, nobody gets enough time to shine. The acting is fine, but the story gives them very little to do.
Direction
Director Tarun Mansukhani has handled a big cast and large sets. But the direction is not strong. He tries to make every scene big and loud. Instead of clever comedy, he uses noise and shouting. Some scenes are funny, but many feel forced.
There are too many characters and stories happening together. So, it becomes hard for the audience to follow. The director should have focused more on the story and less on confusion. Compared to well-directed films like Raid 2, this movie feels messy.
Critical Response
Critics have given mixed to negative reviews. Most of them said the film is flashy but has no depth. They appreciated the star cast and colorful visuals. But the story, jokes, and direction were not praised. Some critics said it is a headache if you think too much and only works if you stop thinking completely.
Many critics also said that this film is made only for fans of the franchise. New viewers may not enjoy it. Compared to small but good films like Stolen, Housefull 5 lacks charm and soul.
Plus Points
The plus points of Housefull 5 are:
- Star power of Akshay Kumar and Riteish Deshmukh
- Colorful sets and costumes
- Some good comedy scenes in the first half
- Family-friendly movie with no dark content
- Kids and fans of old Housefull films may enjoy it
Minus Points
The minus points of Housefull 5 are:
- Weak story with too much confusion
- Too many characters make it hard to focus
- Loud jokes and over-acting in many parts
- Second half is slow and full of repeated jokes
- Direction is not clear or fresh
Technical Department
The film is big in terms of production. The camera work is very stylish. The locations look beautiful, especially in London and Goa scenes. The costumes are trendy. The editing could have been better. Some scenes are too long and should have been cut.
The action scenes are also added just for fun and are not needed. The visual effects are okay, but not very realistic. The sound design is too loud in some parts. The technical team tried their best, but because the story is not strong, their work gets lost.
Music Review
The music of Housefull 5 is made for fun. There are party songs, romantic songs, and even a wedding song. But none of the songs stay in your mind for long. The music is average. Only one or two songs are good for dancing.
The background music is too dramatic and loud. It tries to make every scene feel more funny or more serious. But sometimes it just becomes noise. Overall, the music is okay but not great. If you want a better music-based film, check out our review of Costao, which had a stronger soundtrack.
Verdict
Housefull 5 is a movie made for fun, not for logic. If you are looking for deep story or smart jokes, this movie is not for you. But if you want to watch a silly film with your family and laugh without thinking too much, then you can try it once.
The movie is not fresh or new. It repeats old ideas and jokes. Some fans may like it for Akshay Kumar and the colorful look. But most viewers will feel it is boring and too long. It is a loud film with a lot of confusion and less heart.
If you enjoyed similar comedy films in the past, then maybe you will like Housefull 5. But if you want better stories or fresh ideas, then check out our reviews of other films like Kesari Veer or Bad Influence on Cinemaguru.
Housefull 5 is like a big comedy circus. It has many stars, big sets, and loud jokes. But it forgets to give us a fresh story or smart comedy. Watch it only if you are a fan of the series or want to pass time with silly fun. Otherwise, you can skip it and try better films this year.
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