Haiwaan Twitter review: Netizens praise Saif Ali Khan, Akshay Kumar's crime thriller movie. Mohanlal's cameo steals the show

The wait is over. Saif Ali Khan and Akshay Kumar's much-awaited movie Haiwaan has finally arrived in theatres today, September 11. The film opened to positive responses, with several viewers heading to first-day-first-show screenings. Soon after the shows began, social media was filled with reactions, and the early verdict appears to be largely positive.

Haiwaan Twitter review: What are netizens saying?

Several viewers have praised Haiwaan for its dark atmosphere, thriller elements and lead performances. Akshay Kumar, who plays the film's antagonist, appears to have made the biggest impression on many viewers.

One X user described the film as a combination of strong performances, an engaging atmosphere and old-school thriller storytelling. The viewer particularly praised Akshay for playing a cold-blooded villain with a controlled performance that makes the character appear dangerous without being over-the-top.




The same user also praised Saif Ali Khan for bringing restraint to his role. According to the reaction, Saif adds vulnerability to his character while avoiding an overly emotional portrayal. His expressions and body language were also singled out as important parts of his performance.


Another viewer called Haiwaan a dark and unpredictable thriller and praised Priyadarshan for establishing the mood early in the film. The user felt Akshay's restrained performance worked particularly well, while Saif added an emotional layer to the story.

The contrast between the two actors has also caught the attention of audiences. With Saif playing the protagonist and Akshay taking on the sinister antagonist, viewers have found their face-off to be one of the film's major strengths.

Mohanlal's cameo gets attention

While Saif and Akshay are at the centre of the film, Mohanlal's cameo has become another talking point among viewers.

A viewer who watched the film at a first-day-first-show screening in Australia gave Haiwaan five stars and wrote, "#ThreeWordReview Original REVENGE Thriller

#AkshayKumar has raised the level of villainous acting.

#Mohanlal cameo is ��

#Saif acts well and is outstanding in parts

Different and better than OPPUM

Must watch"



Another early reaction compared Akshay's entry in Haiwaan favourably with his appearance in Sooryavanshi. The viewer said the actor's beard and overall look add to his screen presence and felt his introduction worked particularly well on the big screen.



The film's technical aspects have also received appreciation. Some viewers praised the background score, saying it adds to the tension and strengthens the thriller's atmosphere.

Haiwaan first-half reactions: Is the film slow?

Not every reaction has been completely positive. Some viewers felt that Haiwaan takes its time before delivering the thrills.



One social media user, while praising the performances, said the first half felt slow. However, the viewer felt the film became more interesting whenever Akshay's character appeared on screen. The reaction also mentioned that a twist before the interval helped build curiosity about the second half.



Another viewer called the first half “solid” and praised Priyadarshan's direction, while also appreciating the performances by Akshay and Saif. The user gave the first half a five-star rating.

Haiwaan story, cast and crew

Haiwaan follows Saif Ali Khan as a blind man who is falsely implicated in a case and arrested by the police. His character is forced into a dangerous situation where he must depend on his heightened senses to survive.

Akshay Kumar plays the antagonist, a calculating and ruthless man driven by revenge. His character becomes a major threat to Saif's protagonist, setting up the central confrontation of the film.



The supporting cast includes Saiyami Kher, Boman Irani, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Sharib Hashmi, among others. Saiyami plays a determined police officer, while Boman takes on the role of a renowned judge.

Priyadarshan has directed the film and co-written the screenplay with Abilash Nair and Rohan Shankar. Pritam has composed the music, while Ronnie Raphael has worked on the background score.

Haiwaan is produced by Venkat K Narayana and Shailaja Desai Fenn under KVN Productions and Thespian Films. The film released worldwide in cinemas on September 11. With the first-day shows now underway, the social media response has given Haiwaan a promising start. Stay tuned to see how it perfoms at the box office.