Home / Arts and Entertainment / Priyadarshan's Haiwaan: More Than Just a Thriller
Priyadarshan's Haiwaan: More Than Just a Thriller
3 Sep
Summary
- Haiwaan blends thriller elements with emotions and humor for a family entertainer.
- The film faced challenging shooting conditions, including a large crowd scene.
- Producers emphasize making good cinema and backing projects they believe in.

The upcoming thriller Haiwaan, directed by Priyadarshan, promises to be more than just a suspenseful film. Producer Shailaja Desai Fenn revealed that the movie also features emotional and comedic elements, positioning it as a family entertainer. The production team, Thespian Films, is dedicated to creating high-quality cinema.
Filming Haiwaan involved significant challenges, including a demanding sequence shot at CSMT-Churchgate station. This scene required 500 extras and rain machines, creating a notable spectacle with actors Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. The actors’ commitment was crucial in overcoming the difficult accessibility of some shooting locations.
Shailaja Desai Fenn, along with her husband Satish Fenn, entered film production after extensive experience in talent management and ad films. Their collaboration with Priyadarshan on Haiwaan began after a positive experience directing an ad. They expressed gratitude to KVN Productions for their studio support and to Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan for joining the project.