India, July 4 -- Production may not have begun yet, but Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan's upcoming thriller film already has fans excited. We have exclusively learnt that it has been titled Haiwaan, which translates to 'beast' in English. Speaking about the project, which will be directed by filmmaker Priyadarshan, a source confirms, "The team felt this describes their subject the best, and conveys exactly how Priyadarshan sees it: an edge-of-the-seat thriller." The two actors will be collaborating on-screen for the first time since they starred in the 2008 film Tashan. "There were other titles in contention, but this one clicked unanimously, given the characters the lead actors play," the insider further tells us. The shoot is expected to begin in August, and will likely see a theatrical release next year. More recently, Akshay recently wrapped up the horror comedy Bhooth Bangla, also directed by Priyadarshan. Saif, meanwhile, was last seen in the film Jewel Thief....