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NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Saiyaara Box Office Rage Proves There Is No Defeating An Intense Love Story. Who Cares If It Is Copied
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and if done right, it can give you one of the most gratifying cinematic experiences that have become few and far between today. Case in point here is Saiyaara, whose director Mohit Suri is being called out by a section of social media users for allegedly ripping off the Korean film A Moment To Remember. Despite the allegation, the film has earned over Rs 80 crore in its opening weekend. At a time when the big screen has been overpopulated with over-the-top action spectacles with alpha males, played by superstars of today, in the centre, Saiyaara, for the lack of a better phrase, comes like a breath of fresh air with newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in the lead. The trailer of the film, along with its songs Saiyaara, and Dhun, Barbaad, gradually generated interest in the cinegoers. It was after a long time that a movie which promised a complete soundtrack, with a young adult love story at the centre with new faces, was arriving in theatres. It was also a comeback of sorts for Mohit Suri, whose last film Ek Villain Returns (2022) didn't hit the ball out of the park -- be it the story, emotions or music. And what is a quintessential Mohit Suri film if not for the emotions and music. Saiyaara checked all the three boxes. Saiyaara Box Office In First Weekend Saiyaara, which has become a runaway hit since it released in theatres on July 18 (last Friday), is a true-blue Bollywood film with emotions, drama, and music organically built in its narrative, just like it was in the old times. There may be a strong possibility that this film is not an original work of art. And even if that is true, it is still a work of art. If it moved the viewer or kept them engaged in an era where the attention span is evaluated in terms of a reel, ranging from 15 seconds to 3 minutes, Saiyaara is worth the attention and applause it is garnering. According to trade website Sacnilk, the film -- starring debutant Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda -- has already raked in Rs 83 crore within three days of its release. It is on the list of the top five highest opening weekends of 2025. Saiyaara is also a few crores away from leaving behind 2018's Dhadak, which earned Rs 95.12 crore net during its lifetime run in theatres. It has become the highest grossing film by Mohit Suri, following Ek Villain (Rs 16 crore) and Aashiqui 2 (Rs 6.1 crore). Separate reports have quoted the budget of Saiyaara ranging from Rs 40-60 crore. If trade websites are to be believed, the film is already a bona fide superhit. Is Saiyaara A Copy Of A Moment To Remember A section of social media users have accused Mohit Suri of plaigiarising the 2004 Korean film A Moment To Remember. Starring popular Korean actors Son Ye-jin and Jung Woo-sung, the movie was itself a film adaptation of the 2001 Japanese television drama Pure Soul. While there are similarities between Saiyaara and A Moment to Remember such as an ex-lover who cheats on the heroine, the female lead being diagnosed with the early-onset Alzheimer's disease and her decision in the third act to leave home thinking the male lead is better off without her, there is no reason why the new film should be relegated to the status of a certified copy. Why only A Moment To Remember? There are at least three more films that come to mind if one has to nitpick. In 2004, 50 First Dates, a romantic comedy starring Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore, released. This Hollywood film revolved around Henry Roth, a womanising marine veterinarian who falls for an art teacher named Lucy Whitmore, who has amnesia. Lucy forgets Henry when she wakes up the next day and Henry keeps at it to win her over again, every day. Few months later in the same year came The Notebook, an intense romantic drama based on Nicolas Sparks 1996 novel of the same name. The movie had the heroine Ally (Rachel McAdams/ Gena Rowlands) suffer from dementia in her old age with her husband Noah (Ryan Reynolds/ James Garner) hand hold her through the disease. In 2008, Ajay Devgn and Kajol starred in his directorial U Me Aur Hum. The film's revolved around Kajol's character Piya, who is diagnosed with the Alzheimer's disease while she is also pregnant with Ajay (Ajay Devgn)'s child. At the time, U Me Aur Hum also made headlines for allegedly being the copy of The Notebook. Why Saiyaara Works Ahaan Panday's association with Saiyaara was looked at by many with disinterest and disgust as many were unhappy about yet another nepo baby making his debut as a lead in a movie by a big banner like Yash Raj Films and director like Mohit Suri. Not many really knew who Aneet Padda was despite her previous roles in Salaam Venky and Big Girls Don't Lie. And, nobody expected these newcomers to be able to act and deliver. Trade expert Taran Adarsh also broke down lessons from the performance of Saiyaara at the box office. '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… — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 21, 2025 Mohit Suri's goes big on the broad strokes of emotion -- anger, grief, disappointment, love, hurt, and heartbreak. A heady cocktail of emotion that is in part responsible for the Saiyaara fever. The film may be directed at the Gen-Z audience of today, but the feelings strike a chord with people across ages. Rooted performances and solid chemistry between Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda makes us believe in the make believe that Saiyaara is, along with the angle of the early-onset Alzheimer's disease. The craze of Saiyaara is far from over. If all goes well, the film may soon cross the Rs 100-crore mark at the box office. It's something the Hindi film industry needed for a really long time. The success of Saiyaara is like a shot in the arm for the exhibitors and producers. While the story is not unique, for sure, but the emotions are true and music still haunts those who have watched the film in cinema halls. For those who are waiting for Saiyaara to come on OTT, Netflix is where the film will premiere after its theatrical run is over.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘After Saiyaara, Ahaan Panday will be known as a lover': Director Mohit Suri says it's ‘amazing how things have fallen into place for the new boy'
Mohit Suri's romantic film Saiyaara has now earned Rs 83 crore over its opening weekend. It's the biggest opening for a Hindi film with newcomers ever. Suri is also glad that it's worked out well not only for him, but also the film's lead cast, newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. 'It's amazing how things have fallen into place for a new boy,' said Suri in the latest edition of Creator X Creator edition on SCREEN. He also credited longtime collaborator and music composer Mithoon for coming up with the apt introduction song for Panday in the form of Dhun, sung by Arijit Singh. 'I couldn't have asked for a better song to introduce a new boy into this world. He's going to be known as a lover even when he had nothing! It's got a lot to do with the song you gave for the situation,' said Suri in an intimate conversation with Mithoon. Suri and Mithoon have collaborated for 20 years now, and delivered hits like Woh Lamhe Woh Baatein in Aksar (2005), Aadat in Kalyug (2005), Phir Mohabbat Karne Chala Hai Tu in Murder 2 (2011), Tum Hi Ho in Aashiqui 2 (2013), Humdard in Ek Villain (2014), Main Phir Bhi Tumko Chahunga in Half Girlfriend (2017), and most recently, Dhun in Saiyaara. ALSO READ | Karan Johar slams troll for calling him 'nepo baby ka daijaan' after he praises Ahaan Panday's Saiyaara: 'Khud kuch kaam kar' 'It's like life's come a full circle after 20 years. We're still here, and we're still working with newcomers. If Aashiqui was the midpoint, we were working with newcomers even then, and we're working with newcomers even now,' pointed out Suri. He recalled telling 'the great' Tabu that it feels like he's been on this treadmill, in the sense that he's constantly running, but isn't going ahead. 'But you're so much fitter today,' she said in response. 'Sometimes, I miss the innocence of when we started off in 2005, when we didn't know anything,' said Suri, adding, 'When we started this film (Saiyaara), I always wanted to go back to the core of how we did things. In a pure way, there's no trapping, there's no big actor, there's no controlled way of making a film, but have a lot of heart and love in the way we made it.' Saiyaara, produced by Akshaye Widhani, and backed by Aditya Chopra's Yash Raj Films, revolves around the turbulent relationship of a budding singer and a lyricist.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mithoon Talks Trends in Music and Latest Hit 'Dhun' from 'Saiyaara'
Renowned music composer said that he doesn't create music to challenge trends but follows the director's vision. Mithoon's latest composition, 'Dhun' from 'Saiyaara' is winning hearts. However, does he think songs like 'Dhun' challenge the fast-paced, high-stimulation nature of today's music consumption? The music composer told IANS: "A song is a song whether fast or slow or whatever one wants to categorize it as. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now I do not subscribe to that and never consciously attempt to create something thinking it is different from what is happening. All my inspiration is derived from the director's vision." What was going through Mithoon's mind while composing 'Dhun' and was there a personal emotion that shaped the soul of the track? He said: "The tune, as always, gets conceived from the story idea/script/situation and the characters. Of course, Mohit and I go back 2 decades so we don't necessarily have to dip into a personal moment or emotion to carve out a piece of work but I'm glad that it's resonating with the listeners." Mithun had composed the Hindi song 'Tum Hi Ho' from the 2013 Bollywood romantic film Aashiqui 2. He wrote and composed one of the most streamed Hindi songs on YouTube, 'Sanam Re'. Talking about Saiyaara, a romantic drama, the film is directed by . The film stars debutant Ahaan Pandey as Krish Kapoor, a struggling musician, alongside Aneet Padda as Vaani Batra, a young writer diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. The story talks about love, loss, and memory through the evolving relationship. The soundtrack of Saiyaara features contributions from composers such as Mithoon, Tanishk Bagchi, Sachet-Parampara, Vishal Mishra, Faheem Abdullah, and Arslan Nizami. Artists such as Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal have lent their vocal prowess.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mithoon reveals why nobody can easily deconstruct his songs
Music composer , who has composed the song 'Dhun' from the recently released movie 'Saiyaara', has said that it's nearly impossible to deconstruct his songs because he keeps them very minimalistic in terms of orchestration. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The music composer recently spoke with IANS, and said that he believes in maintaining the essence of a song through minimal programming. He told IANS, "For me, usually, you can't deconstruct my song. Because it is already very minimalistic. I feel that the song, and its emotion are the identities of the song. No matter how much programming you do, or don't do". He further mentioned that this bent of mind to make the track sound great with less means is courtesy director with whom he has been working for 20 years. He said, "Many times, Mohit has heard my compositions only on the piano, and he gave an immediate approval. He has that knack to identify the impact of a song just from the piano. And many times, he finds it better. I feel that this is the speciality of Mohit Suri. Because I am a poet, a composer, an arranger. So, many times, my passion for music can empower me. Mohit doesn't let me use it". "I tell him that I want to add violins to it, he says, 'No, don't do it'. I want to add a chorus to it. He goes, 'No, don't do that'. But it is a music composer's passion. So, when I do another film, I put everything there". He then spoke about how Mohit fine tuned the song with his inputs, as he shared, "That is Mohit's speciality. I am saying this for the first time. When I overstepped on 'Dhun' before the shoot. He called me. He told me that he missed the silences in the first draft. And that is the beauty of singing. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Where he climbs and where he descends. The protagonist is not a confident character, he is vulnerable. That silence is very important". "If it was someone else, he would have been impressed. That the track sounds better because of more layers. Some other director would have been impressed. But this person is not impressed. He just wants to connect. I think that aspect enriches my music", he added. 'Saiyaara' is currently playing in cinemas. Is 'Saiyaara' The Next 'Aashiqui'? Public Review Is Divided
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Saiyaara Review: Mohit Suri gifts Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda a dream debut in his intense love story
Plot: The story of Saiyaara is about Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday) and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda). Vaani gets ditched by her ex on the day of her marriage, and she remains depressed until she meets Krish at the publication where she's interning. Krish, who's tired of not receiving accolades for the efforts he puts into the music band he's part of, allegedly because of a certain 'nepo' kid in the band, storms into the media office over the visible bias. Krish sees Vaani's diary, where she writes her feelings, and is impressed by her writing. Krish's friend Kiwi (Alam Khan) finds Krish an opportunity to compose a song for a famous singer, with a deadline of three days. Vaani, who has come to interview the singer, is approached by Krish to write the song so that both can benefit from it. Love blossoms between the two. Vaani understands Krish closely and sees the family issues he faces. She supports him through and through. Vaani's family is overprotective of her because of the heartbreak she suffered. Krish must prove his love for Vaani by being ready to marry her. A mishap changes the dynamics of their love forever. Can Krish and Vaani overcome what stands between them? Can Krish become the big singer he always wanted to be? Watch Saiyaara to find out. What Works for Saiyaara The chemistry between Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda is the beating heart of Saiyaara. Their onscreen romance feels authentic and effortless. The music, a hallmark of Mohit Suri's films, is a standout, with soulful tracks like Saiyaara, Tum Ho Toh, Dhun, Barbaad, Humsafar and others resonating deeply. Each song is not only melodious but also seamlessly woven into the narrative, enhancing the emotional depth. The picturization of these tracks is breathtakingly lovely, with lush visuals that capture the vibrancy of new love. Mohit Suri 's direction is spellbinding, as he masterfully balances romance, drama, and music. The emotional arc of the story is compelling. It portrays Krish's struggles with his family and Vaani's battle with past heartbreak, convincingly, apart from the main issue that forms the film's edifice. The superb supporting cast, including Alam Khan as the lively Kiwi, and Geeta Agrawal and Rajesh Kumar as Vaani's parents, make Saiyaara all the more credible. What Doesn't Work for Saiyaara While Saiyaara excels in many areas, its story feels familiar. The narrative, though executed with finesse, treads a predictable path. This might leave viewers craving a touch of originality. However, these minor flaws are overshadowed by the film's overall polish and execution. The storytelling, direction, and performances are so well-crafted that the familiarity of the plot doesn't detract from the experience. Watch The Saiyaara Trailer Performances in Saiyaara Ahaan Panday delivers a stellar performance as Krish. He perfectly captures the frustration of an overlooked artist and the vulnerability of a man in love. Aneet Padda shines as Vaani, portraying her character's journey from heartbreak to hope with remarkable sensitivity. She is a great find. The two share an electrifying chemistry. The supporting actors, particularly Alam Khan as Kiwi is awesome. Geeta Agrawal and Rajesh Kumar add gravitas. All other actors do well with the limited time they get to leave a mark. Final Verdict of Saiyaara Saiyaara is a beautifully crafted romantic drama that triumphs through its stellar performances, enchanting music, and Mohit Suri's masterful direction. Despite a familiar storyline, the film's emotional depth and heartfelt chemistry make it a must-watch. Saiyaara plays in theatres now. Go watch!
