Saiyami Kher on joining Haiwaan: 'Back then, I never imagined I’d be on a set with Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan'

Summary:

• Priyadarshan’s upcoming film Haiwaan stars Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, and Saiyami Kher, with filming underway in Kochi.

• Kumar and Khan reunite on screen after 17 years; the film is reportedly a Hindi adaptation of Mohanlal’s Oppam.

• Kher expresses excitement working with her childhood idols and shares behind-the-scenes moments, praising Priyadarshan and the team.

The next Priyadarshan film, Haiwaan, will include Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Saiyami Kher. The filmmaker, who has helmed comedy hits including Hera Pheri, Hulchul, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Hungama, started filming on August 23.

Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan reunite after 17 years

With this project, Kumar and Khan will work together again after a 17-year hiatus. The 2008 film Tashan was the last time the two shared screen time. According to certain sources, Haiwaan is actually Mohanlal's 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam adapted for Hindi. Filming is currently underway in Kochi.

Kher, whose acting credentials include Mirzya, Choked, and Sharmajee Ki Beti, has found the whole thing to be unreal. She said in a statement that stepping onto the set of Haiwaan has been overwhelming in the most beautiful way. As a child, she can still vividly recall sitting in a movie theatre, wide-eyed, marvelling at Akshay's action sequences or Saif's comic timing, both of which became staples of her growing-up years. Kher added, "Back then, I never imagined that one day I would actually be on a set with the very people whose films shaped my love for cinema."

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Saiyami Kher on Priyadarshan’s influence and storytelling

She continued by saying that she has to remind herself that this is true today when she looks around. When she was an audience, Kher used to see these faces; now she is allowed to share the frame with them. Kher revealed that she doesn't consider Priyadarshan merely a filmmaker; she considers him a storyteller whose films have contributed to movies. The ability to follow his example is a gift that will last a lifetime, and being on his set feels like a complete circle since his films are heavily influential in her love for cinema.

Further expressing her delight, Kher shared a few BTS moments from the sets of "Haiwaan" and wrote, "Started a new journey with people I’ve grown up watching and admiring. The OG Khiladi @akshaykumar who redefined action and who has also unknowingly inspired me in my own fitness journey. Saif, sir, whose sense of humour keeps you in splits. ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ shaped every 90s kid."

Saiyami Kher grateful for the experience and team

The actor added, "And then there’s @priyadarshan.official, sir, almost hitting a century with his films; it’s a true blessing to be directed by him. I’ve also been lucky to work with some of the calmest, most sorted producers. We’ve only just begun filming, but I’m already smiling ear to ear. Grateful to be a small part of this very exciting film, surrounded by such lovely people."

Boman Irani and Shriya Pilgaonkar are among the other important actors in Haiwaan alongside Kher, Kumar, and Khan. Fans are eagerly awaiting the reunion of the renowned actors under Priyadarshan's direction for the film, which is already creating anticipation with its blend of thriller and suspense.

FAQs:

Q: Who is starring in the film Haiwaan?

A: Haiwaan stars Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan, Saiyami Kher, Boman Irani, and Shriya Pilgaonkar.

Q: Who is directing Haiwaan?

A2: Priyadarshan, known for films like Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Hungama, is directing Haiwaan.

Q: Is Haiwaan a remake of another film?

A: Yes, Haiwaan is reportedly the Hindi remake of the 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam, which starred Mohanlal.