Akshay Kumar Unleashes the Beast in ‘Haiwaan’: Final Schedule Wraps with Fire and Feels

Bollywood’s Khiladi is about to turn full-blown beast. Akshay Kumar took to X with a short but impactful video, announcing the wrap of the final schedule of his upcoming thriller Haiwaan. The 16-second clip shows him leaning out of an auto, intense and bearded, framed by lush greenery—looking nothing like the clean-cut hero we’ve known, and everything like a man with dangerous intentions. One word: goosebumps.

Captioning the video with heartfelt words, Akshay wrote, “Last schedule of #Haiwaan…what a journey it’s been. This character has pushed, shaped, and surprised me in so many ways. Forever grateful to @priyadarshandir Sir, your sets feel like home. And Saif, thank you for the laughter, ease, and all those effortless moments on screen.” It’s a rare mix of reflection and excitement—possibly because this role is unlike anything he’s done in decades.

Directed by the legendary Priyadarshan, Haiwaan is a remake of the 2016 Malayalam hit Oppam, but with a major twist: Akshay plays the villain, a chilling departure from his usual heroic avatars. The film stars Saif Ali Khan as the blind protagonist, marking the first-ever on-screen pairing of these two heavyweights. With Priyadarshan at the helm, expectations are sky-high—not just for the thrills, but for the layered storytelling he's known for.

Fans have been buzzing since the Kochi shoot kicked off in August 2025, marking a reunion between Akshay and Priyadarshan post-Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. But it’s Akshay’s "Haiwaan mode" that’s stealing the spotlight—his look, his energy, and the sheer unpredictability. Early glimpses have even drawn nostalgic comparisons to his turn in Ajnabee (2001), one of his most memorable villain roles.

As the dust settles on the final day of shooting, one thing’s clear: Haiwaan isn’t just another thriller. It’s a reinvention. And if Akshay’s transformation in this sneak peek is anything to go by, the audience better brace themselves. The beast is coming—and he’s wearing a very familiar face.