Saiyaara, the latest romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri, opened to impressive box office numbers and high audience engagement. With newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in lead roles, the film delivers a familiar but emotionally rich love story that has found an audience in metros like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru.
Saiyaara Day-Wise Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | Collection (in ₹ Crores) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Friday | ₹18.40 Cr |
Saiyaara Friday Occupancy Report
On its opening day, Saiyaara witnessed a promising occupancy across multiplexes:
Morning Shows: 28.51%
Afternoon Shows: 48.62%
Evening Shows: 54.85%
Night Shows: 60%
With over 800 shows in Delhi NCR alone & 160 in Mumbai, the film had its highest screen count in these two cities, followed by Pune and Bengaluru.
⭐ Saiyaara Movie Cast
| Actor/Actress | Role Played | Notes/Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Ahaan Panday | Krish Kapur | Lead role; debut performance; plays an egoistic musician |
| Aneet Padda | Vaani | Lead female role: shy, aspiring journalist |
| Neeraj Kabi | Vaani’s father | Supporting role; known for intense performances |
| Suhasini Mulay | Krish’s grandmother | Emotional anchor in the story |
| Rajesh Tailang | Music company head | Krish’s mentor figure |
| Meher Vij | Vaani’s supportive elder sister | Adds emotional weight to the narrative |
| Anupriya Goenka | Radio RJ | Cameo appearance in key emotional sequence |
| Jitendra Joshi | Krish’s friend and bandmate | Comic relief and emotional backup |
Plot Overview
Krish Kapur, an arrogant yet passionate musician, stumbles upon Vaani’s diary, a shy aspiring journalist’s. Her lyrics inspire him to create hit songs, sparking a whirlwind romance. However, personal traumas, ego clashes, and fate pull them apart. Will they reunite or remain heartbroken? This emotional rollercoaster forms the crux of Saiyaara.
Saiyaara Review
⭐ “A Familiar Yet Touching Love Story”
Critics describe Saiyaara as emotionally resonant, if not pathbreaking. While the storyline echoes many of Mohit Suri’s earlier works, such as Aashiqui 2 and Ek Villain, it tugs at the heartstrings thanks to solid performances and music.
Performances: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda impress in their debut roles with palpable chemistry.
Direction: Mohit Suri sticks to his romantic thriller template but infuses it with enough emotion to engage.
Writing: Sankalp Sadanah keeps the narrative simple, emotional, and very youth-friendly.
Music: The soundtrack is already trending across platforms, with several soulful tracks.
Box Office Predictions & Verdict
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh called Saiyaara a “blockbuster in the making” thanks to its remarkable bookings and strong word of mouth.
#OneWordReview…#Saiyaara: OUTSTANDING.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½#MohitSuri is back – and so is the romance genre… Love. Heartbreak. Drama. Music – #Saiyaara soars high… #AhaanPanday and #AneetPadda are sensational… UNMISSABLE! #SaiyaaraReview#Saiyaara is *not* your… pic.twitter.com/G2OY4824G6— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 18, 2025
With positive audience reception and strategic release timing, the movie is expected to cross ₹100 Cr if it maintains its momentum over the first week.
Saiyaara OTT Release Date
While the theatrical run is still ongoing, Saiyaara is expected to stream on Netflix India approximately 6-8 weeks post its release, i.e., around late August or early September 2025. The official OTT release date will be confirmed soon.
Conclusion
With a compelling blend of romance, heartbreak, and melodious music, Saiyaara strikes a chord with its target audience. Even though it doesn’t reinvent the genre, its solid execution and high emotional quotient make it a winner at the box office.
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