Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan are set to feature together in Haiwaan, a Hindi thriller produced by Priyadarshan. The film is in its final shooting schedule, and Akshay has shared his first look for the movie, creating buzz among fans and viewers.
Instagram posting, Akshay posted a rapid clip of his gritty and intense character, revealing that he is playing a negative role for the first time in 18 years. He captioned it, “Last schedule of #Haiwaan… what a journey it’s been. This character has pushed, shaped, and surprised me in so many ways. Forever grateful to Priyan Sir. And Saif, thank you for the laughter, ease, and those effortless moments on screen.”
The movie boasts the presence of Saiyami Kher, Shreya Pilgaonkar, Samuthirakani, Einar Haraldsson, and Asrani in key roles. Thespian Films and KVN Productions will produce the movie. Haiwaan is slated to hit theaters in 2026.
In an exclusive interview with Pinkvilla, director Priyadarshan claimed that Malayalam superstar Mohanlal will make a special cameo in the film. Although he refrained from revealing Mohanlal’s role, he reiterated his story-first concept by saying, “I never start a film in terms of stars. The script first, then the actor. If I waited for blockbuster stars to come together before deciding to have a story, I’d never find the ideal film.”
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Haiwaan is reported to be inspired by Mohanlal’s blockbuster 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam, which was acclaimed for its suspenseful script and psychological depth. With Akshay in the dark avtaar and Saif returning to work under Priyadarshan, Haiwaan is the most anticipated thriller of 2026, promising a thrilling cinematic experience.