Six months after the release of Saiyaara, Bollywood’s surprise blockbuster, stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda took to Instagram with a striking still from the film to mark the milestone. The post was
more than just a celebratory snapshot. It was a reminder of how two fresh faces became overnight sensations in one of the biggest hits of 2025. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mohit Suri, Saiyaara arrived in theatres on July 18, 2025, as a romantic musical drama that few expected to make waves. Instead, audiences fell in love with its heartfelt story and the chemistry between its leads, turning the film into a cultural talking point almost instantly. The photo shared by Aneet and Ahaan — captioned with “18.07.25 → 18.01.26” — shows them in character: Ahaan seated on a motorcycle, reaching out to Aneet as she walks ahead, their hands gently clasped. Take a look at it here:
Saiyaara’s box office run matched that emotional impact at the ticket windows. Despite featuring two debutants, the film shattered expectations. It opened with strong numbers and quickly built momentum, hitting key milestones that many star-led films struggle to reach. Within weeks it crossed Rs 300 crore domestically and went on to gross around Rs 570 crore worldwide during its theatrical run, making it one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2025.
Saiyaara is a romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films. Loosely inspired by the 2004 Korean hit A Moment to Remember, the film stars newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in the lead roles. It tells the story of Krish Kapoor, a troubled musician, who forms a profound emotional connection with Vaani Batra, a reserved poet, exploring love, vulnerability, and destiny. After the theatrical run, the film is now streaming on Netflix.
