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Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, is scheduled to release in theaters on September 11. The film marks the reunion of Akshay and Saif after 17 years, their first time together since Tashan (2008). More importantly, it brings back the iconic duo of Akshay and director Priyadarshan, who are coming off a big success with Bhooth Bangla. However, this time the genres have changed, as they’re coming with a crime thriller. Does it have enough potential to land among the duo’s top 5 openers at the Indian box office? Let’s discuss it below!
Haiwaan to open below 10 crore
Going by the trailer cut, the upcoming crime thriller feels like a completely word-of-mouth-dependent affair, and there’s no front-loaded quality to speak of. As a result, the film is aiming for a start of much below 10 crore net. So, the opening of Bhooth Bangla (18.31 crore) will stay unbeaten by a big margin. Still, it is likely to be among Akshay and Priyadarshan’s top 5 openers.
Likely to enter Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s top 5 openers in India
Apart from a decent trailer, none of the promotional assets have worked for Haiwaan, thus positioning itself for a start of 4-7 crore at the Indian box office. With this, the film is expected to rank anywhere from 4 to 2 among the top 5 openers of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan.
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To claim the 5th spot, Haiwaan needs to beat Bhagam Bhag (3.43 crore) on day 1, which is likely to happen. If the film opens at the higher end of the predicted range, it can secure the second spot as well.
Take a look at Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s top openers in India (net):
- Bhooth Bangla – 18.31 crore
- Khatta Meetha – 6.86 crore
- De Dana Dan – 6.13 crore
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa – 3.88 crore
- Bhagam Bhag – 3.43 crore
More about the film
The crime thriller is produced by Venkat K Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn under the banner of KVN Productions and Thespian Films. It also stars Boman Irani, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Saiyami Kher in key roles. The film features Mohanlal in a cameo appearance.
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