Priyadarshan reveals his first choice for villain in 'Haiwaan' wasn't Akshay Kumar, but Bobby Deol, Askhaye Khanna and Suniel Shetty: 'Saif told me, Akshay has given me the best gift’
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Director Priyadarshan shares behind-the-scenes casting insights for the action thriller 'Haiwaan', revealing that Akshay Kumar wasn't his initial choice for the antagonist role. The filmmaker discloses that Bobby Deol, Akshay Khanna, and Suniel Shetty were considered before Akshay Kumar's involvement. Saif Ali Khan's endorsement played a significant role in the final decision, with the actor praising Kumar's contribution to the project as an exceptional gift to the production.
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Priyadarshan reveals his first choice for villain in 'Haiwaan' wasn't Akshay Kumar, but Bobby Deol, Askhaye Khanna and Suniel Shetty: 'Saif told me, Akshay has given me the best gift’
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