'I have quite a few friends in the police, and they have encountered psychopaths at times': Akshay Kumar opens up about playing a psychopath in 'Haiwaan'
- Posted on September 4, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Akshay Kumar takes a bold departure from his comedic persona to explore a darker role in the upcoming psychological thriller 'Haiwaan', directed by Priyadarshan. Following his lighthearted performance in 'Welcome to Jungle', the actor embraces a complex antagonist character. Kumar reveals his research process involved consulting with law enforcement professionals who shared insights about criminal psychology, bringing authenticity to his portrayal of a disturbing villain.
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'I have quite a few friends in the police, and they have encountered psychopaths at times': Akshay Kumar opens up about playing a psychopath in 'Haiwaan'
Akshay Kumar is set to portray a character unlike his usual screen roles in 'Haiwaan'. After playing a fun character in his previous film 'Welcome to Jungle', the actor plays a psychopath in the upcoming thriller directed by Priyadarshan.
