Saif Ali Khan Not Priyadarshan's First Choice for 'Haiwaan'; Amitabh Bachchan Was Eyed

• Priyadarshan initially wanted to cast Amitabh Bachchan for 'Haiwaan' but the collaboration never materialized.
• The film 'Haiwaan' will star Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar, marking their reunion after 'Tashan' (2008).
• Mohanlal, Priyadarshan's favorite actor, will have a cameo in 'Haiwaan' and Saif Ali Khan will play the role Mohanlal did in the original 'Oppam'.
• Priyadarshan shared an iconic picture with Saif Ali Khan and Mohanlal from the 'Haiwaan' sets, expressing gratitude.
• 'Haiwaan' is backed by KVN Productions and Thespian Films, also features Saiyami Kher, and is expected to release in 2026.

Why It Matters: Saif Ali Khan was not the original choice for Priyadarshan's 'Haiwaan'; Amitabh Bachchan was initially considered.