In a recent podcast, Akshay Kumar defended his co-star Wamiqa Gabbi against ongoing comparisons to Bollywood icons Aishwarya Rai and Katrina Kaif. He highlighted Wamiqa's unique identity, stating that while her striking green eyes may remind fans of Rai, she is carving out her own space in the film industry. Wamiqa's journey has included significant struggles, transitioning from Punjabi cinema to Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil films. Their collaboration in the horror-comedy 'Bhooth Bangla' has intensified these comparisons, with fans hoping for a chemistry similar to Akshay's past pairings. Wamiqa responded humorously to the chatter, joking about being called 'Aishwarya’s daughter' and playfully referencing a failed PR attempt to promote her as 'Wamiqa for next President.' Directed by Priyadarshan, 'Bhooth Bangla' has seen a successful box office run, grossing around ₹35 crore domestically.