Haiwaan Trailer X Review: Good Performances To Remake Criticism, Check How Netizens React To Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan's Film

After the decent success of Bhooth Bangla, Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan are set to team up again for the crime thriller film ‘Haiwaan’. This time, the duo has been joined by Saif Ali Khan. The trailer of Haiwaan just dropped, and fans are already excited for the film. See what netizens have to say about Haiwaan, its performances, plot, and much more after watching the trailer.

Haiwaan Trailer X Review:

Netizens are mostly hyped about Haiwaan as they are seeing a new side of Akshay Kumar. This is also his reunion with Saif Ali Khan after almost two decades. Even though viewers seem to be impressed with the plot, cinematography, and performances, they pointed out why the makers decided to remake Oppam. However, they still have faith in the direction of Priyadarshan and the performances of Akshay and Saif.

Can #Haiwaan beat Vikram Vedha opening day collections ??

Haiwaan and Vikram Vedha both are remakes , although Vikram Vedha the original version was available for free in Hindi for many years, so Hindi version had massive disadvantage and even the title was same.

So few… pic.twitter.com/gvU3lGjrkM

— A N K I T (@Ankitaker) August 25, 2026

Here is trailer of #Haiwaan starring #AkshayKumar and #SaifAliKhan.

Most of scenes in trailer looks direct lift and shift from #Oppam..Story also is exactly same...but Priyadarshan had said it is not remake 😭😭

Climax scene also look same...

Akshay Kumar role shall be very…

— Movie_Reviews (@MovieReview_Hub) August 25, 2026

Without commercial elements this genre rarely finds success at the box office but i love this proper crime/thriller genre. There's some small raw action scenes and excited for AK's and Saif's performance.#Haiwaan pic.twitter.com/e8VYEzAwJI

— ѕ (@akkisonu___) August 25, 2026

Kuchh log haiwaan ko remake batakar bol rahe hai ki ye nahi chalegi or same isi tarah ye Shaitaan ke time bolte the lekin woh superhit ho gayi thik usi tarah haiwaan movie bhi hit hone ka potential rakhti hai.

Calling a movie remake just to look down on it is the biggest… pic.twitter.com/ZdPyUYRvmG

— VIKRAM (@Ak_vikram12) July 16, 2026

ACTING MASTERCLASS 🫡💥
PRIYAN'S CLASSY FRAMEWORK 💯😮#Haiwaan trailer is chilling 🥶 No matter what the odds are, the hero vs villain face-off here looks amazing and dark contrast is adding a new layer 🤩 #AkshayKumar's deadly look and #SaifAliKhan's convincing act - both… pic.twitter.com/Q5UUvIooZV

— $@M (@SAMTHEBESTEST_) August 25, 2026

Who is in the cast of Haiwaan?

Apart from Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, the movie also stars Boman Irani, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Saiyami Kher. As per reports, Mohanlal will be seen in a cameo role.

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As per reports, Bobby Deol and Akshay Khanna were approached for the roles.

Is Haiwaan a remake?

Yes, Haiwaan is a remake. Directed by Priyadarshan, the movie is the remake of his own Malayalam film 'Oppam'.

For the unversed, Oppam starred Mohanlal in the lead role along with Samuthirakani and Anusree.

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What is the plot of Haiwaan?

Haiwaan follows a cat-and-mouse game between a blind martial artist and a ruthless serial killer. Akshay Kumar will be seen as a psychopath and serial killer who wants revenge. Saif Ali Khan will play a visually impaired martial artist who relies on his extraordinary heightened senses and instincts. The two somehow get involved together after the killer’s next target becomes a young girl, who is under the protection of Saif's character.

When will Haiwaan release?

Haiwaan will arrive on the big screens on September 11, 2026. Its filming was already wrapped up in December 2025. 

Conclusion: 

Fans are excited to see Priyadarshan's returning to Bollywood with a thriller. Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's reunion has already created excitement among fans. The audience will have to wait till September 11, 2026, to see what will be the fate of Haiwaan.