These two Bollywood stars delivered 6 films together—4 flopped, one was a blockbuster, now reuniting after 17 years for this film, actors are.., film is…
Many actors come and go in Bollywood every single day, but there are a few rare gems whose energy and on-screen presence remain untouched and unmatched. Two such talked-about heroes who have dominated the Bollywood industry are Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan. Both known for their quick wit, comic timing, strong screen presence, and action sequences have carved a separate space in the hearts of the audience. What’s more interesting is that the duo has also appeared in several films together. However, unlike the high expectations, their popular pair did not quite make the mark. The duo has appeared in 6 films together, out of which were flops.
Here are 6 films that Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan did together.
Yeh Dillagi.
Released in the year 1994, this film marked the first film of Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan together. In this film, the actor played the role of a brother who are trying to get Kajol’s affection. This film turned out to be a superhit. It was made on a budget of Rs. 2 crores and earned Rs. 6 crores at the box office.
Main Khiladi Tu Anari
A few months later, another film, Main Khiladi Tu Anari, of this iconic duo was released. The film was critically and commercially acclaimed and turned to be highest highest-grossing film of the year. It earned Rs. 13.84 crores at the box office.
Tu Chor Main Sipahi
Two years later, the duo returned with Tu Chor Main Sipahi. Considering their previous chemistry, the audience had high expectations from this film. However, it only earned Rs. 6.20 crore in India and was declared a flop.
Keemat
After several delays and casting changes, Keemat, featuring the duo, was released in the year 1998. But unfortunately, this film also couldn’t make a mark and turned to be a flop.
Aarzoo
In 1999, Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan again appeared in the cinema with their another release Aarzoo.. The film also featured Madhuri Dixit. However, despite the star-studded cast, it also turned out to be a flop. Made on a budget of t 8 crores and it grossed about 7.78 crores in India, while it earned 2.28 crores in foreign countries.
Tashaan
The last time Akshay and Saif appeared together was in Tashan (2008), which also featured Kareena Kapoor in the lead. Made on a budget of INR 30 crore, it earned just under that and was considered a flop.
Now, after 17 years, the iconic pair is all geared up for their union. Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan will be seen in Priyadarshan’s upcoming thriller Haiwaan. It is a Hindi remake of
the Malayalam film Oppam. In this film, Saif Ali Khan will portray the role of a visually-impaired protagonist, while Akshay Kumar is likely to portray the antagonist, marking a unique twist in their on-screen dynamic.
Fans are quite excited about their on-screen reunion and have really high expectations from them.
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