Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan’s crime thriller ‘Haiwaan’ arrived in theatres on September 11, 2026. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film had generated considerable buzz before its release, particularly because of the reunion of its two lead stars. However, the movie has entered cinemas at a challenging time, competing with films such as ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ and ‘Hanuman Ansh’, which are already attracting audiences.
With the opening day now over, the focus has shifted to the film’s initial box office performance.
Haiwaan Box Office Collection Day 1
According to the early box office figures, ‘Haiwaan’ collected around Rs 3 crore net in India on its opening day. The film reportedly received 7,224 shows across the country.
Its India gross collection is estimated at approximately Rs 3.60 crore, while the overseas market contributed around Rs 1 crore.
Based on these figures, the film’s estimated Day 1 worldwide collection stands at nearly Rs 4.60 crore.
The opening-day figures are:
- India Net: Rs 3 crore
- India Gross: Rs 3.60 crore
- Overseas: Rs 1 crore
- Worldwide: Rs 4.60 crore
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Can Haiwaan Pick Up Over the Weekend?
Although the film has started with a modest opening, the weekend could provide an opportunity for ‘Haiwaan’ to improve its box office numbers. Saturday and Sunday generally bring higher footfalls, especially if the audience response remains positive.
The film’s performance in major cities and multiplexes will be particularly important. A stronger response over the weekend could help the movie register a noticeable jump compared with its opening-day figures.
Haiwaan Faces Competition From Mirzapur: The Movie and Hanuman Ansh
One of the biggest challenges for ‘Haiwaan’ is the competition from movies that have already established themselves at the box office.
‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ and ‘Hanuman Ansh’ are continuing their theatrical runs and competing for the same pool of moviegoers. This makes it important for ‘Haiwaan’ to maintain audience interest during the crucial weekend period.
The pairing of Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan remains one of the film’s major attractions. If positive word of mouth grows, it could help the thriller gain momentum in the coming days.
What Is Haiwaan About?
‘Haiwaan’ revolves around a visually impaired security manager who finds himself caught in a dangerous situation. Despite his inability to see, he takes on the challenge of protecting a young girl from a ruthless killer driven by revenge.
The film combines crime, suspense and thriller elements, with the story focusing on the protagonist’s struggle against a dangerous adversary.
The movie is presented as a Hindi adaptation of Priyadarshan’s 2016 Malayalam film ‘Oppam’, bringing the story to a new audience with a Bollywood cast.
Haiwaan Star Cast
The film features Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Boman Irani, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Saiyami Kher, who play important parts in the narrative.
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal also makes a cameo appearance in the film.
‘Haiwaan’ has been produced by KVN Productions and Thespian Films, with Priyadarshan serving as the writer and director.
Haiwaan Gets a Mixed Response
Following its theatrical release, ‘Haiwaan’ has received a mixed response from audiences and critics. While the star power and crime-thriller setup have attracted attention, the film’s overall box office journey will depend heavily on audience word of mouth.
With an estimated Rs 4.60 crore worldwide collection on Day 1, the film has made a relatively modest start. The Saturday and Sunday numbers will now be crucial in determining whether ‘Haiwaan’ can build momentum and turn its theatrical run around.
For now, all eyes are on the weekend collection to see whether Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan’s crime thriller can deliver a significant jump at the box office.
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