Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s debut film Saiyaara continues to charm audiences across India, showing no signs of slowing down at the box office. Directed by Mohit Suri, the romantic drama collected an impressive ₹9.50 crore (early estimates) on its second Tuesday (Day 12), just a slight jump from its strong Monday hold of ₹9.25 crore.
With this steady weekday trend, the film’s total domestic collection now stands at a massive ₹266 crore, positioning it firmly on track to enter the coveted ₹300 crore club in the coming days.
A Blockbuster Rise for a Debut Film
Released on 18 July 2025, Saiyaara started off on a modest note but quickly gained momentum thanks to glowing word-of-mouth. The heartwarming storyline, soulful music, and Mohit Suri’s signature emotional depth have made it one of the biggest surprises of the year.
The film follows the journey of Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), a struggling musician, and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), a poet navigating grief and healing. Audiences and critics alike have praised the on-screen chemistry of the lead pair, making their debuts even more noteworthy.
The supporting cast, featuring Rajesh Kumar, Varun Badola, Alam Khan, Sid Makkar, and Shaan Groverr, has also been lauded for adding depth to the narrative.
OTT Rights & Future Prospects
As per reports, Netflix has acquired the digital streaming rights of Saiyaara. However, owing to the film’s unstoppable theatrical run, its OTT release has been strategically delayed and will now premiere closer to Diwali 2025. This move is expected to extend its box office run while also attracting a festive-season audience when it hits streaming platforms.
If the current momentum continues, Saiyaara could go down as one of the highest-grossing romantic dramas in Indian cinema, solidifying Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda as promising new stars in Bollywood.
