In a remarkable feat, Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara has stormed the global box office, raking in ₹404 crore in just 11 days and becoming the highest-grossing romantic film in Indian cinema history. Starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film has surpassed previous industry giants like Kabir Singh and Sitaare Zameen Par, solidifying its place as a blockbuster phenomenon.
The record-breaking milestone was proudly announced by Yash Raj Films (YRF) on Instagram, with the caption: “#Saiyaara is touching hearts everywhere…” A celebratory poster declared, “Highest grossing love story in Indian cinema history ₹404 crore (46.84 million) worldwide gross.”
Flawed, imperfect people make for perfect love stories… experience a love story so pure that it heals your heart.. ❤️ ♾️ #SaiyaaraTrailer OUT NOW! #Saiyaara releasing in theatres on 18th July. #AhaanPanday | #AneetPadda |
| #AkshayeWidhani | @yrf pic.twitter.com/30wwB2XeqH— Mohit D Suri (@mohit11481) July 8, 2025
Strong Domestic Performance and Unmatched Audience Connect
Saiyaara’s stellar performance isn’t limited to overseas markets. The film has had an exceptional run at the Indian box office, collecting ₹266 crore net by day 12. It had a powerful start with a ₹21.25 crore opening and crossed the ₹100 crore milestone within just four days.
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The film’s appeal spans both metropolitan and smaller town audiences, showcasing its universal emotional connect. This wide reach reflects a growing appetite for fresh romantic content powered by heartfelt storytelling and memorable music.
Debut Stars Shine and Music Strikes a Chord
The breakout success of Saiyaara owes much to its fresh-faced leads, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, whose on-screen chemistry has struck a chord with viewers. Their performances, full of sincerity and charm, have received widespread appreciation from both critics and audiences.
As expected from a Mohit Suri directorial, Saiyaara also boasts a powerful romantic soundtrack that has become an integral part of its mass appeal. The music, deeply woven into the narrative, has helped build an emotional resonance that lingers with audiences.
With Saiyaara, Suri has not only delivered a new-age romantic classic but has also surpassed his previous box office hits like Aashiqui 2, Murder 2, Half Girlfriend, and Ek Villain, setting a new benchmark for the genre.
