Mahesh Bhatt On Mohit Suri's Saiyaara Success: Nobody In Family Has Ever Delivered Hit This Huge

Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt expressed pride in his nephew Mohit Suri for delivering a blockbuster like Saiyaara. The romantic musical, starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, hit theatres in July and broke several

box office records. It also earned praise for reviving the golden era of romance in Bollywood.Mahesh Bhatt on SaiyaaraThe veteran filmmaker told Siddharth Kanan, "It makes me so happy. Simba’s roar has outdone Mufasa’s. Nobody in our family has ever delivered a hit this huge."He added, "He’s my sister’s son, and he’s a completely self-made boy. But I keep giving him the feeling of not having arrived. I remind him that we might make a hit or two, but we will most definitely make flops."ALSO READ: Saiyaara Star Ahaan Panday Recreates Krish Kapoor Scene, Leaves Fangirls Gushing - Watch Saiyaara's comparison with Mahesh Bhatt's AashiquiBhatt had previously addressed comparisons between Saiyaara and his classic Aashiqui. He had said that every generation has a defining love story. He mentioned that while his film was made with purity and connected deeply with audiences, Saiyaara became the romantic film that defines today’s generation. ALSO READ: Alia Bhatt's Father Mahesh Lauds Ranbir Kapoor For Being 'Sorted Kid': Never Seen Someone So Family-Conscious More About SaiyaaraSaiyaara featured Ahaan Panday as Krish Kapoor, a rising rockstar who falls in love with a girl battling dementia. The heartwarming story, compelling performances from both leads, and soul-stirring music made it a complete cinematic experience. The film reportedly earned Rs 570 crore worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing films of the year.