‘Saiyaara' first review: Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda's debut earns praise - 'it's so raw, so real…'

Time of India

18-07-2025

Ahaan Panday
and
Aneet Padda
's debut film, 'Saiyaara', kept the internet abuzz ever since the first teaser of the movie was released. Now, with only a few hours to go before it hits the theatres, fans have been buzzing with excitement, which has now reached another level as the first review of the film has dropped! A special screening of the film was recently held, and it renowned singer Palak Muchhal was in attendance.
The 'Chahun Main Ya Na' singer took to her social media handle to share her words of appreciation for the movie and cast.
Palak Muchhal shares her review of 'Saiyaara'
On her social media account, she posted a story about the film, saying that after watching 'Saiyaara', she is 'still carrying its emotions in my heart'. She continued, 'Saiyaara is not just a love story, it's a journey of emotion, pain, healing, and timeless connection. A story that truly needed to be told, and told the way it has been'.
Praises director
Mohit Suri
for the film, calls it pure magic
The singer also shared how proud she is of Mohit Suri, who is the director of the film, for creating something that is 'pure magic'.
Her post read, 'I've seen his passion up close, but what he's created here goes beyond passion… It's pure magic. The storytelling, the screenplay, the way every moment unfolds — it lingers long after the credits roll. And the music… Every note elevates the narrative. A special place in my heart for Dhan, by @mithoon11, which is such a soul-stirring part of the film's heart'.
Palak Muchhal shares her opinion on Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda's acting
In her review of the film, Palak also shared her thoughts on the acting of newcomers - Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. She called the debut duo's acting 'so raw, so real, so powerful', citing that they are 'hands down the most brilliant debutantes I've ever seen. So raw, so real, so powerful'.
About 'Saiyaara'
'Saiyaara' marks the official big-screen debut for Ahaan and Aneet. It is a romantic drama film that explores themes of love and heartbreak in the most dramatic way possible.