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Haiwaan: Release and initial box office performance

Overview

The Saif Ali Khan–Akshay Kumar collaboration continues to evolve as a serious crime-suspense thriller. After the partnership was announced in late June 2026, the film—originally titled Haiwaan—was confirmed as a Hindi remake of Priyadarshan’s Malayalam hit Oppam. The story follows a released prisoner seeking revenge against a retired judge, with Khan playing a blind music teacher and Kumar as the antagonist in a “dangerous, negative role.”

Following the release of the teaser and trailer in August 2026, the film received a U/A 16+ certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Ahead of its scheduled theatrical release on 11 September 2026, the film's runtime was reported at approximately 164 minutes.

On its opening day, Haiwaan reported a slow start at the Indian box office, earning approximately 3 crore rupees in net collections (3.60 crore rupees gross). Despite being screened across roughly 7,224 shows, the film saw an average occupancy rate of only 11 to 12 percent. The film faces significant competition from ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ and ‘Hanuman Ansh’. While initial daytime collections were modest, some viewers have praised the film as a “quality crime thriller suitable for family viewing,” and observers suggest evening shows may see increased viewership.

Entities

Priyadarshan · Saif Ali Khan · Akshay Kumar · Haiwaan · Boman Irani

Timeline

21 days ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Haiwaan film receives CBFC certification ahead of September 11 release
The psychological thriller ‘Haiwaan’, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, has received a U/A 16+ certificate from the CBFC and is set for release on September 11, 2026.
26 days ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Priyadarshan details creative approach to upcoming film Haiwaan
Director Priyadarshan is using a fresh approach for the upcoming film Haiwaan, preventing the cast from watching the original film Oppam to ensure unique character performances.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Haiwaan trailer released featuring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan
The trailer for Priyadarshan’s ‘Haiwaan’ has been released, featuring Akshay Kumar as a killer and Saif Ali Khan as a blind man. The film hits theaters on September 11, 2026.
about 1 month ago

[CULTURE] 2 sources
Priyadarshan clarifies Haiwaan is not a remake
Director Priyadarshan clarified that the upcoming film Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, is an adaptation of a story's soul rather than a direct remake, amid fan concerns over promotion.
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 7 sources
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan star in Haiwaan teaser
The teaser for Priyadarshan’s psychological thriller ‘Haiwaan’ has been released, featuring Akshay Kumar as a villain and Saif Ali Khan as a visually impaired protector. The film hits theaters on September 11,
about 2 months ago

[CULTURE] 11 sources
Haiwaan teaser and posters announced for Akshay Kumar thriller
New posters for the upcoming Hindi thriller ‘Haiwaan’, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, have been released ahead of a teaser launch expected around August 12, 2026.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 8 sources
Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan's Thriller 'Haiwaan' Reveals First Look Ahead of September Release
Haiwaan, a Priyadarshan‑directed thriller starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, unveiled its dark first‑look posters on 15 July 2026; the film releases worldwide on 11 September 2026.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 3 sources
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's Thriller ‘Haivan’ slated for September release
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan reunite for the serious thriller *Haivan*, directed by Priyadarshan, releasing in India on 11 September 2024.
3 months ago

[CULTURE] 6 sources
Saif Ali Khan to star in new thriller with Farhan Akhtar and team up with Akshay Kumar in Haiwaan
Saif Ali Khan will act with Akshay Kumar in Haiwaan (release Sep 11) and also lead an untitled thriller produced by Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment, slated for production later this year.

Sources

aajtak.com · bhaskarlive.in · bollyspice.com · bollywoodbubble.com · boxofficeincome.in · boxofficeworldwide.com · cinetalkers.com · data.gov.uk · desiblitz.com · enavabharat.com · english.mathrubhumi.com · hindi.asianetnews.com · hindi.news18.com · hindi.newsbytesapp.com · hindi.pardaphash.com · indoremirror.in · informalnewz.com · justbollywood.in · keralatv.in · latestly.com · m9.news · mathrubhumi.com · mirchi9.com · movietalkies.com · munsifdaily.com · navbharatlive.com · newsbytesapp.com · newsmobile.in · orissapost.com · pardaphash.com · southasiandaily.com · tennews.in · thecsrjournal.in · thepatriot.in · tv9hindi.com

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