Introduction
Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, has taken the Bollywood box office by storm in July 2025. This romantic drama marks the debut of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, and their fresh pairing, combined with strong storytelling and soulful music, has struck a chord with audiences across India.
Opening Weekend: Numbers That Stunned the Industry
Saiyaara exceeded all expectations and delivered a record-breaking opening weekend:
| Day | India Net Collection | Change(%) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹22Cr | — |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹26.25Cr | +19–21% |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹37.75Cr | +37–48% |
| Total (3 Days) | ₹84Cr |
- The film saw increasing collections each day, peaking on Sunday, reflecting spectacular word-of-mouth and positive reviews.
- Saiyaara quickly became the ninth biggest Hindi hit of 2025, achieving a place among the top five opening weekends of the year.
Comparing with Competitors and Breaking Records
- Saiyaara’s opening weekend collections surpassed several major Bollywood and Hollywood films released in 2025, including Sky Force, Raid 2, and Jurassic World Rebirth (which grossed ₹86.6Cr in two weeks).
- In just three days, Saiyaara overtook the lifetime business of major debut films like Alia Bhatt’s Student of the Year (₹70Cr), Ananya Panday’s Student of the Year 2 (₹70.86Cr), and others.
- The strong start drew comparisons with other hits like Ek Villain and Aashiqui 2, positioning Saiyaara as a benchmark for films led by debut actors.
Day 4 Update and Ongoing Performance
- As of Day 4 (Monday, July 21, 2025), Saiyaara collected an estimated ₹4.24Cr in India, bringing its total to nearly ₹87.5Cr India net in just four days.
- Worldwide, the film grossed approximately ₹115Cr by the end of the first weekend, with strong performances both domestically and overseas.
- Multiple shows have gone housefull, especially in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, as well as in tier-II and tier-III markets.
- The movie’s occupancy rate hit an overall 71% on Sunday, with peak turnout during the evening (88%).
What’s Driving Saiyaara’s Success?
- Strong Word-of-Mouth: Viewers are praising the chemistry between Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, as well as the film’s music and emotional storyline.
- Widespread Appeal: The movie’s reach extends beyond metros to smaller towns, capturing audiences across demographics.
- Record Screenings: Saiyaara was screened extensively, with over 1,100 shows in the Delhi-NCR region alone1.
With over ₹87Cr in 4 days and no major competition on the horizon, Saiyaara is poised to continue its blockbuster run at the box office. Box office analysts are watching closely to see if it will cross the ₹100Cr mark in its first week and how high its lifetime collection will go.
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Saiyaara has set a new standard in Bollywood for debutant-driven films and has become the industry’s latest success story—proving that fresh faces and sincere storytelling can still set the box office on fire.
