Mumbai, Aug. 31 -- Director Priyadarshan and the cast of 'Haiwaan' are gearing up for the release of their upcoming thriller, promising audiences a fresh take on the story while retaining its core essence. Starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, the film marks a departure from the comedy space often associated with Priyadarshan and Akshay's collaborations.

Speaking to ANI, Priyadarshan said 'Haiwaan' should not be viewed as a carbon copy of his Malayalam film Oppam, stressing that he has deliberately approached the story differently.

"No, I don't want to talk about the changes. Let people see it and understand," Priyadarshan said. He added that he had initially planned to make the film with Saif Ali Khan before getting an opportunity t...