Bollywood film Haiwaan, starring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, has faced a dismal reception at the box office, struggling to cross the ₹10 crore mark in India after its first four days. The film, directed by Priyadarshan, saw a significant drop in collections on Monday, September 15, 2026, marking it as one of Akshay Kumar's weakest performances since 2021.
Sharp Decline on Monday
On its fourth day, a Monday, Haiwaan collected a mere ₹0.70 crore net across India, a steep decline from its opening weekend figures. This brought the film's total domestic net collection to just ₹8.05 crore. The overall theatrical occupancy for the film stood at a low 12.88%, with night shows recording the highest at 16.62%.
The day-by-day breakdown of collections further illustrates its struggle:
- Friday (Opening Day): ₹3 crore
- Saturday: ₹2.50 crore
- Sunday: ₹1.85 crore
- Monday: ₹0.70 crore
Globally, Haiwaan has managed to accumulate ₹12.63 crore, with ₹3 crore coming from overseas markets. The India gross collections stand at ₹9.63 crore.
Trade Experts Label Film a 'Disaster'
Despite the reunion of Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, last seen together in the 2008 hit Tashan, Haiwaan has failed to resonate with audiences or critics. Film trade experts have widely criticized its performance, with many labeling it a 'Disaster.' The film's budget was reportedly ₹130 crore, with non-theatrical revenues (OTT, satellite, music) estimated at ₹80 crore. With an expected theatrical share of only ₹6-8 crore, the total recovery is projected to be around ₹86-88 crore, leading to an estimated loss of ₹42-44 crore.
Akshay Kumar's Recent Box Office Woes Continue
Haiwaan adds to a series of underperforming films for Akshay Kumar post-pandemic, including titles like Sarfira (₹24.85 crore), Mission Raniganj (₹34.17 crore), and Selfiee (₹17.03 crore). This latest offering is a Hindi remake of the 2016 Malayalam thriller Oppam, which starred Mohanlal.
The crime thriller, directed by Priyadarshan, centers on a blind martial artist who must protect a young girl from a psychopath killer. Alongside Kumar and Khan, the film features a notable ensemble cast including Boman Irani, Rajpal Yadav, Sharib Hashmi, Asrani, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Saiyami Kher.