Saiyaara craze: Taran Adarsh on why the movie is rewriting the record books
's romantic drama
Saiyaara
, starring debutant
Ahaan Pandey
and
Aneet Padda
, is rewriting the rules of box office success. The film stormed into theatres with a staggering Rs 119 crore gross worldwide in its opening weekend, joining the ranks of Vicky Kaushal's Chhava (Rs 122.43 crore), Salman Khan's Sikandar (Rs 90.25 crore), and Housefull 5 (Rs 91.83 crore) in terms of massive debuts.
In India, Saiyaara collected an impressive Rs 101.75 crore (gross) and Rs 84 crore (nett), while overseas markets added another Rs 17.25 crore to the tally. The film marks a breakthrough debut for Pandey and a standout performance by Padda, previously known for Big Girls Don't Cry and Salaam Venky.
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The impact has been emotional and electric. Social media is buzzing with reactions — fans are seen in tears during the emotional climax, while others are celebrating its music through viral dance reels. The film has clearly struck a chord across age groups.
Veteran trade analyst
Taran Adarsh
weighed in on the phenomenon with a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter): "'SAIYAARA' REBOOTS - RE-ENERGISES - REJUVENATES THE INDUSTRY... Yes, #Saiyaara is rewriting the record books… It's drawing audiences in hordes – and that, in itself, is a hugely positive sign for the industry... But more than just the numbers, the learnings from #Saiyaara are invaluable"
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Adarsh noted that the industry had drifted away from making heartfelt, youth-driven stories that resonate beyond just metro audiences. He pointed out a crucial reality check: "We blamed the audience for empty theatres, but the fault lies within the industry...We stopped making the kind of films that compel the youth to flock to cinemas in hundreds and thousands – not just in metros, but even in Tier-2 and Tier-3 centres."
"We stopped making youth-centric films that appeal not only to the younger generation, but also to families and seniors [myself included]. We stopped making films that moved us," he wrote ackowledging that the finale moved him to tears.
Adarsh added, "We stopped focusing on content – the very first step in the filmmaking process... We sidelined melodies that linger, treating music as mere filler. For many, star power became the be-all and end-all – and the neglect in writing and music was clearly visible. A young love story, driven by great music and heartfelt emotions, will always find its audience."
— taran_adarsh (@taran_adarsh)
While praising
YRF
, he said, "YRF, a banner synonymous with love stories, now has another massive blockbuster in its catalogue – a love story, once again... But this time, it stars two rank newcomers and is helmed by the supremely talented #MohitSuri."
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