🎬 Saiyaara Review Roundup: Critics, Celebs & Weekend Box Office Frenzy
Mohit Suri is back — and Bollywood is wearing its heart on its sleeve once again.
🌟 Critics Respond: Emotion, Music & Debut Magic
- Reviewers hail Saiyaara as “visually lush, emotive, and melody-driven,” praising its raw romantic core and stirring soundtrack.
- Debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda are receiving special mention:
- Ahaan: “commanding screen presence,” “emotionally nuanced”
- Aneet: “natural expressions,” “radiant charm,” and impressive dramatic depth
- Some critics flagged a familiar romantic storyline and a pace that “glosses over” key plot points, leading to a slightly “rushed climax.”
🎭 Bollywood Cheers: Stars Rally Behind Newcomers
- Alia Bhatt gushed, calling the pair “two beautiful, magical STARS” and saying she hadn’t felt this excitement in a long time.
- Arjun Kapoor, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Anurag Basu, Anubhav Sinha, and Hansal Mehta also praised Suri’s direction and the leads, with Basu calling it “Suri’s best work yet.”
📱 Social Media: Viral Chemistry & Concert-Like Energy
- X users are raving about the “effortless chemistry” and calling it “a pair made for the screen” — with comments highlighting the film as an “emotional rollercoaster” and “instant classic.”
- Cinema hall videos show reactions akin to live concerts: audiences singing, dancing, and whistling during musical moments — unprecedented for a romantic debut.
- Despite low-key promotion, organic word-of-mouth has blown up — proving “the hype is real.”
💰 Blockbuster Box Office: Weekend Monster Numbers
| Day | India Net Collection | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jul 18 | ₹20–21 Cr | Day‑1 opener |
| Sat, Jul 19 | ₹24 Cr | Total ~₹45 Cr after 2 days |
| Sun, Jul 20 | ₹20–28 Cr est. | Weekend ~₹66–73 Cr |
Historic Day-1 Records:
- Biggest opening for debut-led romantic film
- 4th largest Bollywood opener of 2025
Ticket Stats:
- 419K BMS tickets sold on Day-1 — second only to Chhaava (669K)
Occupancy:
- Sat evening/night ~51–70% overall; metro strongholds like Bengaluru, NCR, and Pune over 70%
- Sun morning occupancy ~38.7%, with afternoon surge ~78.5%
Weekend Outlook:
- Expected ₹72–73 Cr weekend — 6th highest of 2025
🎵 Music: The Invisible Lead Character
Industry experts and audiences agree the title track and score evoke nostalgia for classic Mohit Suri hits (Aashiqui 2, etc.), serving as key drivers of early footfalls.
🏁 Final Take
Saiyaara proves that romance still resonates — especially when wrapped in soul-stirring music, fresh chemistry, and heartfelt storytelling. It’s breaking records usually reserved for star-studded blockbusters, cementing Mohit Suri’s reputation as Bollywood’s emo-romance king — and launching Ahaan Panday & Aneet Padda into the limelight with a box-office roar.
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