Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar Reunite in the Thrilling Horror Film 'Haiwaan' - A Remake of Mohanlal's Oppam
Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar are set to star in the upcoming horror thriller film, Haiwaan, marking their reunion after 17 years. Saif Ali Khan recently completed shooting for the film, with behind-the-scenes photos shared by the makers. The movie is an adaptation of Mohanlal's acclaimed thriller Oppam and is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2026. The cast also includes Samuthirakani, Saiyami Kher, Shreya Pilgaonkar, Asrani, and Einar Haraldsson in significant roles.
Priyadarshan, the director of Haiwaan, took to Instagram to announce the completion of Saif Ali Khan's shoot. The release date of the film has not been disclosed yet, but fans eagerly await its arrival. Akshay Kumar, who stars alongside Saif Ali Khan, was notably absent from the final day of shooting, sparking curiosity among fans about his other projects.
In a heartwarming post, Priyadarshan shared a picture with Saif Ali Khan and Mohanlal, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to work with them. The caption reflected on the twists of fate that brought them together on the sets of Haiwaan. Priyadarshan highlighted the significance of working with Saif, the son of his cricket idol, Tiger Pataudi, and Mohanlal, his favorite actor.
The original 2016 film Oppam featured Mohanlal as a blind man caught in a murder mystery, a role now taken on by Saif Ali Khan in the Hindi remake. Priyadarshan confirmed that Mohanlal will make a cameo appearance in the new film, adding an exciting element for fans of the original thriller.
In an interview, Priyadarshan revealed that Mohanlal will indeed have a cameo in Haiwaan, keeping the character details under wraps to maintain the suspense. The director emphasized that the story drives his excitement for each project, rather than focusing solely on the cast members.
Haiwaan not only reunites Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar after a decade but also brings back the duo of Akshay and Saif Ali Khan on screen after their 2008 film Tashan. Produced by KVN Productions and Thespian Films, the movie also features Saiyami Kher in a pivotal role. Fans can anticipate the film's release in 2026, promising an intriguing blend of horror and thriller elements.