Following a successful 50-day theatrical run, the romantic musical "Saiyaara," starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is set to debut on Netflix on September 12, 2025. The film, directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, has garnered significant attention and commercial success, making it one of the biggest Bollywood hits of 2025.
Plot and Inspiration
"Saiyaara" is inspired by the Korean film "A Moment to Remember" (2004). The film tells the story of Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), a troubled musician, and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), a shy poet recovering from heartbreak. Their professional connection evolves into a deep bond, but their journey takes a painful turn when Vaani is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. The film explores themes of love, memory, resilience, and the redemptive power of art. Despite the familiar storyline, the film's emotional depth and heartfelt chemistry have resonated with audiences.
Cast and Crew
"Saiyaara" marks the Bollywood debut of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The film also features Varun Badola, Geeta Agrawal Sharma, Rajesh Kumar, Sid Makkar, and Shaad Randhawa in key roles. Mohit Suri, known for directing memorable love stories such as "Aashiqui 2" and "Ek Villain," brings his signature touch to the film. The music, composed by Mithoon, Tanishk Bagchi, Sachet-Parampara, and others, with lyrics by Javed Akhtar, has also been highly praised. Voices of Shaan, Udit Narayan and Mohit Chauhan are also featured in the film's soundtrack.
Box Office Success
"Saiyaara" has achieved remarkable commercial success, grossing over ₹570 crore worldwide. The film's domestic collection is approximately ₹408.98 crore, with an overseas gross of ₹168.67 crore. Trade analysts have reported a return on investment (ROI) of over 640%. The film has become the highest-grossing Indian romantic film.
OTT Release and Fan Expectations
The digital rights for "Saiyaara" have been acquired by Netflix, where it will begin streaming on September 12, 2025. The OTT release is expected to further increase the film's reach, especially among global viewers. Ahead of the release, deleted scenes featuring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have gone viral, leading to fan demands for an uncut version of the film on the streaming platform.
Critical Reception
"Saiyaara" has received positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's performances, Mohit Suri's direction, and the film's soundtrack. Rishabh Suri of the Hindustan Times gave the film 3.5/5 stars, noting that it "strikes the right emotional chords". Vineeta Kumar of India Today also gave 3.5/5 stars, writing that the film is "entertaining, emotional, and musical".
