MUMBAI: Zee TV is all set to launch sci-fi thriller Haiwaan. The project is produced by Balaji Telefilms, and actors Param Singh and Ridhima Pandit have been locked to play the leads, while Ankit Mohan will play the antagonist.

Param has been seen in Sadda Haq, Ghulam, and Mariam Khan Reporting Live. Ridhima rose to fame with Bahu Humari Rajni Kant and was last seen in Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi.

Media reports state that the series is inspired by Hollywood movie Hulk.The story revolves around a scientist who acquires superpowers after his experiment fails. He thus becomes a monster. His friend tries all possible ways to save the city and to save his friend from staying a monster forever.    

The latest news that reached TellyChakkar’s desk is that actress Dalljiet Kaur, who is currently a part of Guddan Tumse Na Ho Payega, has been roped in for the show to play a cameo.

The show will also feature actresses namely Manini Mishra, Heli Daruwala, and Sulagna Panigrahi in pivotal roles.

TellyChakkar also broke the news that Haiwaan will air bi-weekly and will go on-air on 31st August at 7 PM.