Archive · 6 Sep 2026
Priyadarshan Begins New Career Chapter With Haiwaan Thriller
Priyadarshan is making a new movie called Haiwaan.
It is a thriller, which means it is meant to create suspense and excitement.
The movie stars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan.
Priyadarshan used to make serious movies before becoming well known for comedies.
He says Hera Pheri helped move his career toward comedy films.
Now he wants to take a break from comedy and return to serious storytelling.
He thinks people may enjoy a thriller after watching many comedies.
Haiwaan is planned for worldwide cinema release on September 11.
Priyadarshan says Haiwaan marks a new chapter after his long run of comedy films.
The filmmaker is returning to serious cinema with a thriller starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan.
He began his career with serious films including Gardish and Virasat before Hera Pheri shifted his trajectory toward comedy.
Priyadarshan believes audiences may welcome a thriller after watching many comedy-oriented films.
Haiwaan also features Boman Irani, Saiyami Kher, Shriya Pilgaonkar and an ensemble cast, and releases September 11.
- Who
- Filmmaker Priyadarshan is directing Haiwaan, which stars Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan.
- What
- Haiwaan is a thriller that Priyadarshan describes as the start of a new career chapter.
- When
- The film is scheduled for worldwide theatrical release on September 11.
- Where
- Haiwaan is scheduled to release in cinemas worldwide.
- Why
- Priyadarshan wanted a break from comedy and believes audiences may be receptive to a thriller.
- Director
- Priyadarshan
- Genre
- Thriller
- Lead cast
- Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan
- Additional cast
- Boman Irani, Saiyami Kher and Shriya Pilgaonkar
- Production
- KVN Productions and Thespian Films
- Producers
- Venkat K. Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn
- Release date
- September 11, worldwide in cinemas