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Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan & Priyadarshan Come Together Again For Haiwaan: A Thrilling Beast Emerges!

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Hold your breath, Bollywood fans—one of the most thrilling partnerships of the decade is finally on! Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan are coming back together after nearly 17 years, and they’re going into the realm of seat-of-the-pants suspense this time, under the masterful guidance of director Priyadarshan. Titled ‘Haiwaan,’ the upcoming thriller promises a cinematic experience packed with intensity, emotion, and gripping drama. It’s not every day that the industry sees three stalwarts—Akshay, Saif, and Priyadarshan—come together for a film. This reunion is already making waves of enthusiasm throughout the film fraternity and audience in general. The three, with their successful pasts individually, are ready to bring something special. ‘Haiwaan,’ which translates to ‘beast,’ is said to be the title of the film and is said to capture exactly the dark, suspenseful, and intense nature of the narrative. According to a source close to the production, the title was unanimously chosen by the team. “It captures the essence of the film and how Priyadarshan visualizes the narrative as raw, wild, and thrilling. There were a few other contenders, but this one just clicked, especially given the nature of the lead characters.” What makes this project even more fascinating is that ‘Haiwaan’ is the Hindi adaptation of ‘Oppam,’ a critically acclaimed Malayalam thriller released in 2016, also directed by Priyadarshan and starring the legendary Mohanlal. ‘Oppam’ concerns Jayaraman, a blind man with sharp ears and memory, who becomes involved in a murder case. Although disabled, he becomes an unwitting protector of a small girl as he tries to defend his reputation. Blending psychological suspense and emotional depth, the original film worked for its fresh storytelling, well-written screenplay, and solid performances. With Akshay Kumar joining this high-voltage narrative, fans can expect a meticulous and engaging presentation, while Saif Ali Khan brings in a contrasting but equally dominant presence. While the producers have decided to keep a veil over the plot of ‘Haiwaan,’ sources confirm that the film will be a two-hero thriller, with both Akshay and Saif finding huge space to showcase their acting skills in a plot that gets high on suspense, confrontation, and gray shades. Akshay Kumar is reportedly a huge admirer of Oppam, and when Priyadarshan approached him with the script, he was instantly on board. Known for his discipline and quick decision-making, Akshay’s excitement stems from not just the story but also the chance to collaborate with Saif again. Saif Ali Khan, who has recently experimented with mixed genres, such as the stylish heist thriller Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, applies his characteristic suave intensity. Akshay, on the other hand, has just finished another film, Bhooth Bangla, also directed by Priyadarshan, making Haiwaan their second back-to-back endeavor. The three were last seen on screen together during the 2000s, with Saif and Akshay sharing the screen in Tashan (2008), a movie that is recalled for stylish action and sterling performances. Now, after a wait of 17 agonizing years, they are reunited to do it again with more maturity, polished acting skills, and a genre that promises to get the best out of them. The movie is likely to go on floors in August 2025, with a start-to-finish shooting schedule on the cards. Going by industry whiffs, the crew is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a large-scale, no-nonsense production and a cinematic experience worth waiting for. If all goes according to plan, the producers are said to be planning a huge theatrical release in 2026. With fans already buzzing about this action thriller, it looks like Haiwaan isn’t so much a movie as it’s a tempest waiting to unleash itself. Two titanic stars. A visionary director. And a narrative that excavates the darkest depths of the human mind. If Oppam was anything to go by, Haiwaan won’t be merely a thriller; it will be an emotional ride. Look forward to: · Tense sequences · Both leads having a complex character arc · An intriguing plot involving unexpected twists · A combination of emotional weight and box office feasibility Priyadarshan is a maestro at layered storytelling, and with the firepower of Akshay and Saif together, Haiwaan can be a milestone thriller movie. The wait is officially on. Be it for Akshay’s high-octane thrills, Saif’s intriguing screen presence, or Priyadarshan’s intricate storytelling, Haiwaan is going to be that elusive cinematic creature that checks all the boxes. 2026 can’t get here soon enough. Start the countdown to beast mode!

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Can Saw Palmetto Treat An Enlarged Prostate?

Scientific Evidence Shows Little Or No Benefit. Marketed As A Natural Remedy For An Enlarged Prostate,...

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Scientific evidence shows little or no benefit.

Close-up of ripe berries on a branch of a saw palmetto tree; the berries are used in the making of a dietary supplement.

Marketed as a natural remedy for an enlarged prostate, saw palmetto is a top-selling dietary supplement. It's extracted from berries that grow on saw palmetto palm trees, which are native to the southeastern United States.

By one estimate, more than a third of all US adults who take supplements use saw palmetto specifically. Some evidence suggests that saw palmetto has anti-inflammatory properties, and its use as folk medicine dates back over a century.

But experts at Harvard say men should view its supposed benefits for prostate health skeptically. "Saw palmetto is unlikely to harm you, but it probably won't provide any major benefits either," says Dr. Heidi Rayala, an assistant professor of urology at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

BPH and the potential effect of saw palmetto

It's common for men to develop an enlarged prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), when they get older. BPH impedes urinary flow through the urethra, causing obstructive symptoms that can worsen with time.

Just how saw palmetto might act on the prostate to improve symptoms isn't entirely clear, however. Some evidence suggest it mimics the effects of certain drugs used for treating BPH, including 5-alpha reductase inhibitors such as finasteride (Proscar), which shrink the prostate gland.

In the US, no herbal supplement is approved as BPH treatment. The American Urological Association cautions that studies backing saw palmetto for treating enlarged prostates have numerous flaws, including short durations and a lack of placebo controls. Most of the supporting evidence comes from small studies paid for by companies that sell dietary supplements.

What do randomized clinical trials show?

The best-conducted research shows no benefits from saw palmetto for BPH. During one study, 225 men with moderate to severe BPH were treated with either a placebo or 160 milligrams (mg) of saw palmetto, taken twice daily for a year. The investigators detected no difference in outcomes, but they also acknowledged that doses tested in the study may have been too low to produce measurable effects.

So, during a larger subsequent study, researchers tested higher doses of saw palmetto ranging up to 320 mg given three times a day. Nearly 370 men ages 45 and older were randomized to treatment or placebo groups. After year and a half, men in both groups reported feeling either no worse or a little better. Remarkably, 40% of the placebo-treated men said symptoms had improved, suggesting the simple act of taking a pill could have something to do with the supplement's perceived benefits.

Dr. Michael Barry, a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, led the study. He urges men to consult with their doctors before trying saw palmetto, mainly to rule out other potential causes of urinary obstruction, which can include bladder or prostate cancer. And saw palmetto may interfere with the blood's clotting ability, making it risky for men who take blood thinners.

Recent results and comments

The latest evidence on saw palmetto and BPH comes from a Cochrane Review of 27 placebo-controlled studies enrolling a combined 4,656 participants. Results published in 2024 showed no improvement in urinary symptoms or quality of life from taking saw palmetto (alone or with other herbal supplements) over durations ranging up to 17 months.

"If the ingredients in these herbal products worked well for urinary symptoms, drug companies would have already had them approved by the FDA as a medicine that insurance companies would have to cover," Dr. Rayala said. "It's okay to take them, but just be cautious about spending too much of your own money on these alternatives."

"It is easy to understand why so many find taking a naturally occurring supplement for treating urinary difficulties in middle age appealing," said Dr. Marc Garnick, the Gorman Brothers Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and editor in chief of the Harvard Medical School Guide to Prostate Diseases. "However, evidence of effectiveness with saw palmetto is lacking, and its use for BPH and other common urinary symptoms without a full evaluation of the potential cause should be discouraged."

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