Priyadarshan reveals why he STOPPED Saif Ali Khan from watching Mohanlal's 'Oppam'; 'Imitation never works in acting'
- Posted on September 3, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Director Priyadarshan discusses his strategic decision to prevent Saif Ali Khan from viewing the original Malayalam version of 'Oppam' during the production of 'Haiwaan'. The filmmaker emphasizes that actors must develop their own interpretations rather than mimicking previous performances. This approach reflects Priyadarshan's philosophy on authentic acting, ensuring Saif's portrayal of Shyam stands independently from Mohanlal's iconic performance in the 2016 film.
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Priyadarshan reveals why he STOPPED Saif Ali Khan from watching Mohanlal's 'Oppam'; 'Imitation never works in acting'
Priyadarshan is set to release ‘Haiwaan’ on September 11, a remake of his 2016 Malayalam film ‘Oppam’. The film sees Saif Ali Khan stepping into the role of Shyam, a character originally essayed by Mohanlal.
