Priyadarshan’s New Thriller Haiwaan Marks Saif–Akshay Reunion After 17 Years
After 17 years, Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar are back together in Haiwaan! Directed by Priyadarshan, this thriller promises action, mystery, and powerhouse performances. Are you ready for the beast to rise? #Haiwaan #SaifAkshayReunion #PriyadarshanThriller #Bollywood2025
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Mumbai, July 3, 2025 — Bollywood powerhouses Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar are reuniting under the direction of acclaimed filmmaker Priyadarshan for a high-octane thriller titled Haiwaan, which translates to “Beast” in English
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Title |
Haiwaan |
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Meaning |
Beast |
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Director |
Priyadarshan |
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Stars |
Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar |
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Start Filming |
August 2025 |
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Target Release |
2026 |
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Genre |
Edge-of-the-seat thriller (likely action/suspense) |
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Remake |
Reportedly based on Oppam (Malayalam) |
After a 17-year hiatus, this reunion taps into shared nostalgia while promising a fresh, intense narrative. With Priyadarshan at the helm, the film might leverage his penchant for tightly woven suspense, fused with strong performances from its leads.
Why Movie Buffs Should Watch This
- Star Power & Chemistry: Saif and Akshay bring legacy impact as a dynamic onscreen pair.
- Priyadarshan’s Brand: Known for blending humor with thrill (e.g., Bhool Bhulaiyaa), here expected to lean fully into suspense.
- Remake Potential: If it follows Oppam’s plot, audiences can expect a gripping mentor–protege dynamic with twisty narrative arcs.
- Box-Office draw: Reuniting two industry heavyweights after nearly two decades is a strong commercial play.
Final Take
Haiwaan isn’t just another reunion—it's being positioned as a dark, gripping thrill ride, embodying fresh creative synergy and market appeal. With strong casting, a proven director, and well-timed production, the project is shaping up to be a standout in the 2026 release slate.
Stay tuned for further announcements on casting, plot twists, music, and promotional reveals as shoot begins in August and momentum builds. With Saif + Akshay + Priyadarshan, the “beast” might just roar back into cinemas.
Edit by Choba Tripura
