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Priyadarshan’s Next Thriller With Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan Named Haiwaan

Filming is slated for August 2025 with a planned 2026 theatrical release.

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Overview

  • The official title Haiwaan, meaning “beast,” was chosen unanimously to convey the film’s edge-of-the-seat thriller tone.
  • This project reunites Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan on screen for the first time since their 2008 collaboration Tashan.
  • Plot and character details are being kept under wraps as producers maintain secrecy around the storyline.
  • Industry reports indicate the film is a Hindi adaptation of the 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam, though this has not been confirmed by the makers.
  • Unverified reports suggest Akshay Kumar will take on the role of the antagonist, adding a fresh twist to the lead duo’s dynamic.