In just its first weekend (72 hours), Saiyaara made over ₹100 crore worldwide, breaking romance film records with ₹84 crore net in India and an estimated ₹119 crore gross internationally.
Introduction
Saiyaara is one of the few newbies to Bollywood to make such a dramatic debut. The love drama, which was directed by Mohit Suri and stars debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, won over both hearts and wallets. In India alone, it made ₹21 cr on day one, ₹25 cr on day two, and ₹35.75 cr on day three. Soulful music and word-of-mouth passion converted weekend occupancy into box office magic.
In only its first three days, it has made over ₹101 cr globally, and by day four, it has surpassed the ₹100 cr milestone, making it the sixth highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025.
🚀Why Is This Run So Famous?
The new duo’s powerful performances, supported by Yash Raj Films, and Mohit Suri’s talent for writing heartfelt stories made for the ideal match. The movie also achieved the largest opening weekend ever for a romantic Bollywood movie, surpassing box office successes like Kabir Singh (₹71 cr) and Jab Tak Hai Jaan (₹81 cr).
The formula became unstoppable when you added packed concerts in mass centres and metro areas, particularly in North India, Bihar, Bengal, and Rajasthan. On day two, Bengaluru led with almost 72% full.
🔢 Box Office Breakdown
India (Net Collection)
Day 1 (Fri): ₹21–21.5 cr
Day 2 (Sat): ₹25–26 cr
Day 3 (Sun): ₹35.75 cr
Total: ~₹84 cr net, ~₹119 cr gross worldwide.
Worldwide
₹101–102 cr gross in 3 days, crossing ₹100 cr worldwide.
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📈 Records & Comparisons
Top romantic weekend ever: Surpassed Jab Tak Hai Jaan (₹81 cr)
Highest opening for debutants: Beat all previous records.
Second-highest Bollywood opening weekend of 2025: Only behind franchise hits like Chhaava.
Ticket sales surge: ~2.25 M weekend tickets on BookMyShow—the second-highest of 2025.
⚙️ Behind-the-Scenes Success Factors
Music that resonates: A mix of composers (Mithoon, Sachet–Parampara, Tanishk Bagchi) produced chartbusters like “Saiyaara” and “TumToh”—boosting pre-release hype
Smart distribution strategy: YRF added shows mid-week and offered Tuesday discounts to sustain footfall beyond the marquee weekend.
No star power? No problem: Zero promotion from the lead pair, yet pure content, direction, and promotion by YRF carried the load.
🧭 What’s Next for “Saiyaara”?
Crack ₹150 cr+ globally? With steady weekdays, including Monday’s ₹8.5 cr net, hitting ₹144 cr+ (like Kesari Chapter 2)
Awards and streaming: Scenic music and the lead pair’s debut may land big on OTT and award circuits.
Industry ripple effect: Release schedules are shifting (e.g., Son of Sardaar 2) in response to its powerful performance.
🔮 Can Saiyaara Cross ₹150 Cr or More?
Given its solid momentum, industry insiders predict Saiyaara will not only cross ₹150 cr gross worldwide but may touch the ₹170–180 cr mark if it sustains well through the second weekend.
Weekday Performance Insight
The film collected approximately ₹8.5 cr net on its first Monday—a strong hold with just a 24–28% drop from Sunday. This trend mirrors the performance of other slow-burn blockbusters like Aashiqui 2 and Kabir Singh, which maintained strong weekday runs thanks to repeat audiences and music-driven retention.
Discounted ticket pricing from Monday to Wednesday (as low as ₹99 in select chains like PVR and Inox) is expected to boost footfall, especially among college youth and first-time viewers
🏆 Streaming Impact & Awards Buzz
Future Industry Awards
Saiyaara is set to dominate rookie awards at Filmfare, IIFA, and even OTT Viewer’s Choice later this year thanks to its notable record as the biggest opening for Bollywood’s first stars. With the support of poignant music and a beautiful storyline, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s chemistry has garnered both critical and commercial praise.
Expect nominations in:
Best Debut (Male & Female)
Best Music Album
Best Original Screenplay (Romance)
OTT Prospects
Rumors are swirling that Netflix and Amazon Prime Video are in a bidding war for the digital rights. If confirmed, streaming could add another ₹20–25 cr in non-theatrical revenue. Its genre—a romantic, emotional drama with musical depth—is highly bingeable for OTT platforms, particularly among Gen Z and urban millennials.
🧠 Expert Takeaway: Why Saiyaara Worked
As a seasoned analyst and Bollywood follower, here’s why Saiyaara clicked:
The Return of Romance: Bollywood was saturated with action and thrillers. Saiyaara reignited pure, emotional storytelling—what Aashiqui 2 did a decade ago.
No Hero Syndrome: The film didn’t rely on stardom. That allowed it to become content-first, appealing to a wide demographic who wanted a fresh face with a grounded narrative.
Release Timing: Dropped during a lean box office window, it faced little competition. Other films (Maalik, Nikita Roy) underperformed, giving Saiyaara a clean run.
YRF’s Brand Power: Yash Raj Films’ distribution clout ensured wide screens and prime showtimes, even in Tier 2 and Tier 3 towns.
📣 What Viewers Are Saying
User reviews across BookMyShow and IMDb show an average rating of 4.4/5, with common praise for:
“Heartfelt love story, no cringy drama.”
“Music that lingers, like Tum Hi Ho once did.”
“Newcomers who act like pros—Ahaan and Aneet nailed it.”
Social media buzz on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram is strong, with hashtags like #SaiyaaraMagic and #AhaanPanday trending over the weekend.
Conclusion: Will This Become the Next Cult Romantic Classic?
Absolutely. Saiyaara is shaping up to be more than just a weekend wonder. With emotional depth, mass connection, and musical brilliance, it’s likely to earn a cult status similar to Barfi!, Jab We Met, or Aashiqui 2. And unlike many romantic films, it has translated critical love into commercial dominance.
If it continues at this pace, crossing ₹175–180 cr globally and breaking into the Top 5 Hindi films of 2025 isn’t out of reach.