Key Highlights:
- A 17-year reunion: "Haiwaan" marks Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's first on-screen collaboration since "Tashan" (2008).
- "We bring out the juvenile side of each other": Saif said the duo often ended up laughing like children on set before turning serious for the camera.
- The watch prank: Akshay allegedly stole Saif's braille watch — a key prop for continuity — right after an important scene, delaying the shoot.
- Contrasting roles: Saif plays a visually challenged protagonist, while Akshay takes on the role of the film's antagonist.
- Saif's first Priyadarshan film: While Akshay has worked with the director on multiple films, "Haiwaan" marks Saif's first collaboration with Priyadarshan.
- Releases September 11: "Haiwaan," backed by KVN Productions and Thespian Films, hits theatres on that date.
Mumbai: Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar have reunited on screen for Priyadarshan's much-awaited thriller, "Haiwaan." Saif revealed how Akshay, known for his mischievous nature, pulled a hilarious prank on him on the set of their forthcoming drama.
"Haiwaan" marks Akshay and Saif's reunion on-screen after 17 long years. Before this, these two have worked together in films such as "Main Khiladi Tu Anari" (1994), "Yeh Dillagi" (1994), "Aarzoo" (1999), and "Tashan" (2008).
"We Somehow Bring Out The Juvenile Side Of Each Other"
Sharing what it was like working with Akshay yet again, Saif said they end up bringing out the child within one another.
He stated, "We were laughing like children most of the time and then somehow managing to be serious when the camera was on. We go way back. We somehow bring out the juvenile side of each other."
The Watch Prank
Recalling all the fun they ended up having while shooting "Haiwaan," Saif revealed that Akshay stole his watch.
"He stole my watch again. It's the braille watch that I wear in the film, and I just finished quite an important scene. Suddenly I am told that the braille watch is missing. I was like, 'What? How can the watch not be there? I can't do the scene again without it because it was important for the continuity.' But he had stolen it just after the shot. Every time he shakes your hand, he can steal your watch," he recalled.
Contrasting Roles In 'Haiwaan'
While Saif will be seen as the visually challenged protagonist in the movie, Akshay will essay the brutal antagonist.
It must also be noted that while Akshay has previously collaborated with Priyadarshan in multiple dramas, including "Hera Pheri" (2000), "Garam Masala" (2005), "Bhagam Bhag" (2006), "Bhool Bhulaiyaa" (2007), "De Dana Dan" (2009), "Khatta Meetha" (2010), and most recently, "Bhooth Bangla" (2026), this is going to be Saif's primary association with the filmmaker.
Jointly backed under the banners of KVN Productions and Thespian Films by Venkat K. Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn, "Haiwaan" will be released on 11th September.
Key Highlights:
- A 17-year reunion: "Haiwaan" marks Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's first on-screen collaboration since "Tashan" (2008).
- "We bring out the juvenile side of each other": Saif said the duo often ended up laughing like children on set before turning serious for the camera.
- The watch prank: Akshay allegedly stole Saif's braille watch — a key prop for continuity — right after an important scene, delaying the shoot.
- Contrasting roles: Saif plays a visually challenged protagonist, while Akshay takes on the role of the film's antagonist.
- Saif's first Priyadarshan film: While Akshay has worked with the director on multiple films, "Haiwaan" marks Saif's first collaboration with Priyadarshan.
- Releases September 11: "Haiwaan," backed by KVN Productions and Thespian Films, hits theatres on that date.
Mumbai: Bollywood actors Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar have reunited on screen for Priyadarshan's much-awaited thriller, "Haiwaan." Saif revealed how Akshay, known for his mischievous nature, pulled a hilarious prank on him on the set of their forthcoming drama.
"Haiwaan" marks Akshay and Saif's reunion on-screen after 17 long years. Before this, these two have worked together in films such as "Main Khiladi Tu Anari" (1994), "Yeh Dillagi" (1994), "Aarzoo" (1999), and "Tashan" (2008).
"We Somehow Bring Out The Juvenile Side Of Each Other"
Sharing what it was like working with Akshay yet again, Saif said they end up bringing out the child within one another.
He stated, "We were laughing like children most of the time and then somehow managing to be serious when the camera was on. We go way back. We somehow bring out the juvenile side of each other."
The Watch Prank
Recalling all the fun they ended up having while shooting "Haiwaan," Saif revealed that Akshay stole his watch.
"He stole my watch again. It's the braille watch that I wear in the film, and I just finished quite an important scene. Suddenly I am told that the braille watch is missing. I was like, 'What? How can the watch not be there? I can't do the scene again without it because it was important for the continuity.' But he had stolen it just after the shot. Every time he shakes your hand, he can steal your watch," he recalled.
Contrasting Roles In 'Haiwaan'
While Saif will be seen as the visually challenged protagonist in the movie, Akshay will essay the brutal antagonist.
It must also be noted that while Akshay has previously collaborated with Priyadarshan in multiple dramas, including "Hera Pheri" (2000), "Garam Masala" (2005), "Bhagam Bhag" (2006), "Bhool Bhulaiyaa" (2007), "De Dana Dan" (2009), "Khatta Meetha" (2010), and most recently, "Bhooth Bangla" (2026), this is going to be Saif's primary association with the filmmaker.
Jointly backed under the banners of KVN Productions and Thespian Films by Venkat K. Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn, "Haiwaan" will be released on 11th September.