Priyadarshan reveals his advice to Saif Ali Khan for playing a visually challenged man in ‘Haiwaan’ without exaggeration: ‘No overacting, open your eyes completely, do not blink and think in your mind that you can’t see’

Director Priyadarshan guided Saif Ali Khan’s portrayal of a visually challenged character. He advised Saif to keep his eyes open and not blink while thinking he could not see. This approach aimed for a natural performance, avoiding theatrical mannerisms often seen. The director focused on sensory details like sound and smell for Saif’s preparation. ‘Haiwaan’ is set to release on September 11, featuring Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan.