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Time of India
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aamir Khan explains why Gen Z is obsessed with Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda starrer Saiyaara: 'Har group ka ek taste hota hai'
Aamir Khan lauded the success of 'Saiyaara,' attributing its popularity among Gen Z to a generational shift in content preferences and emotional storytelling. He aims to create films that resonate with diverse audiences, celebrating 'Saiyaara's' debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. Khan also announced 'Sitaare Zameen Par' will release globally on YouTube on August 1, 2025. As Saiyaara continues to soar at the box office and win hearts—especially among Gen Z—Aamir Khan has offered his take on why the romantic drama has struck such a deep chord with younger audiences. Speaking at a recent event for his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par, the Bollywood icon applauded the film's emotional storytelling and youthful energy, crediting its success to a generational shift in taste and content preference. Aamir Khan on Saiyaara's Gen Z appeal At a recent event for his upcoming film Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan reflected on why Saiyaara has become such a hit with Gen Z. He noted that different age groups are drawn to different types of content, and Saiyaara seems to have struck the right chord with younger viewers. Aamir emphasized that each generation has its own taste, and as a creative professional, he aims to explore diverse stories that connect with audiences across the board. Aamir further expressed his desire to create films that resonate with a wide range of audiences. He said he wants to make content not just for Gen Z and the younger generation, but also for varied age groups and interests. Exploring diverse themes, he added, allows him the creative freedom to connect with different sections of viewers. Celebrating the success of Saiyaara Aamir Khan's comments follow closely on the heels of a celebratory message from his production house, which acknowledged the success of Saiyaara at the box office. The note praised debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda for their graceful and emotionally resonant performances, while also commending director Mohit Suri for infusing the film with his trademark intensity. The statement also credited YRF for backing a story that blends melody and emotion in a way that clearly struck a chord with audiences. Saiyaara has emerged as a breakout hit, especially among Gen Z audiences. Its blend of romantic storytelling, fresh-faced leads, and soulful music has struck a chord with young viewers. Debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have earned widespread praise for their on-screen chemistry and compelling performances, with both critics and audiences applauding their emotional depth and charm. Sitaare Zameen Par set for global release Meanwhile, Aamir Khan also announced that Sitaare Zameen Par will have a global release on YouTube on August 1, 2025. The film, which stars Aamir alongside Genelia Deshmukh and features a cast that includes actors with intellectual disabilities, will be available to stream for Rs 100 in India. It will also be accessible in 38 international markets, each with region-specific pricing.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Saiyaara' Box Office collection day 11 (Live): Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's romantic drama directed by Mohit Suri nears Rs 250 crore mark in India; eyes Rs 300 crore next
Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have made a powerful debut with their romantic drama 'Saiyaara'. Directed by Mohit Suri , the film is not just winning hearts but also smashing box office records. After a strong second weekend, 'Saiyaara' has neared the Rs 250 crore mark and now aims to hit the Rs 275–300 crore range in the coming days. Saiyaara Movie Review A good second week run The film showed no signs of slowing down in its second week. According to early estimates from Sacnilk, so far 'Saiyaara' earned Rs 1.96 crore on its second Monday (Day 11), taking the total collection to Rs 249.21 crore. The movie is now just a step away from officially entering the Rs 250 crore club. The second weekend was impressive with Saturday and Sunday collections pushing the film closer to the Rs 300 crore mark. The buzz around the film continues to grow, especially among young audiences. One of the biggest highlights of 'Saiyaara's' journey is that the film did not drop below double-digit earnings for the first 10 days, and the film stayed strong with consistent collections. Weekdays could bring a dip in numbers Now, as the film enters its second week, the weekdays could bring some dip in numbers, as usually happens. But if the fall is not too much, the film might smoothly sail past the Rs 275 crore mark and possibly Rs 300 crore soon. Day wise Box Office collection Day 1 (Friday): Rs 21.5 crore Day 2 (Saturday): Rs 26 crore Day 3 (Sunday): Rs 35.75 crore Day 4 (Monday): Rs 24 crore Day 5 (Tuesday): Rs 25 crore Day 6 (Wednesday): Rs 21.5 crore Day 7 (Thursday): Rs 19 crore Week 1 Total: Rs 172.75 crore Day 8 (Friday): Rs 18 crore Day 9 (Saturday): Rs 26.5 crore Day 10 (Sunday): Rs 31.18 crore Day 11 (Monday): Rs 1.96 crore (till 2.05pm) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Brain tumor has left my son feeling miserable; please help! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo Total so far: Rs 249.21 crore Beating big films at the Box Office While many recent films have relied on star power, 'Saiyaara' is standing tall based purely on its content, emotions, and music. The film has done better than big releases like 'Dunki', which marked the return of Shah Rukh Khan with Rajkumar Hirani, and 'Singham Again', which brought back the Ajay Devgn–Rohit Shetty pair. 'Saiyaara' has also passed popular films like 'Drishyam 2' (Rs 239.67 crore), 'The Kerala Story' (Rs 239.05 crore), and 'Krrish 3' (Rs 231.79 crore). It is now just above the collections of 'URI: The Surgical Strike' (Rs 244.14 crore), which was called an all time Blockbuster. 'Saiyaara' film review The Times of India gave 'Saiyaara' 3 stars and praised the film's emotional moments. The review said, 'Suri gets the emotional core just right, but the film's uneven pacing intermittently slows things down and often rushes through pivotal turns. Moments of raw emotion do land, though a slightly rushed climax leaves much to be desired.' Ahaan Panday's performance has been getting a lot of attention. The review added, 'Ahaan Panday makes a smashing debut, capturing both the rough-edged swagger of a star-in-the-making and the vulnerability demanded later on. His prowess is on display in the finale as he revisits an earlier scene—channelling Virat 'King' Kohli—transforming the raw passion of the first half into pure emotion later.' Can 'Saiyaara' touch Rs 300 crore? Looking at the current trend, 'Saiyaara' seems all set to cross the Rs 250 crore mark officially by the end of Day 11. If it keeps performing well, the film could even become the second Hindi film of the year to enter the Rs 300 crore club. Tough competition ahead? The next big challenge for 'Saiyaara' will come on 1st August, when two new films, 'Dhadak 2' and 'Son of Sardaar', are set to release. This may affect the film's momentum, but with the love it's receiving from viewers, 'Saiyaara' still has a good chance to keep going strong.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akshay Kumar praises Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's success as ‘Saiyaara' shines at the box office: 'It's a good sign for our Hindi film industry'
'Saiyaara' is creating waves at the box office, in the cinema halls and even on the social media. Many Bollywood celebs have praised the film for its heart-touching story and music, and the latest to join the list is none other than Akshay Kumar . The superstar called it a proud moment for Hindi cinema, especially because it stars two fresh faces, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, who have won over the audience with their debut performances. Akshay Kumar calls 'Saiyaara' a positive sign for the industry Akshay Kumar has spoken highly of 'Saiyaara's' success, calling it a great sign for Bollywood. In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, he said, "I think it's the best thing that has happened. It's a very good sign for our Hindi film industry that a newcomer, a new boy and girl, have had a successful film. And I welcome them. I'm very happy. Honestly, I'm saying this, it's such a good thing." The romantic drama, directed by Mohit Suri , has crossed the Rs 150 crore mark at the box office, a huge achievement for a film led by newcomers. Akshay applauded both Ahaan and Aneet for their performances and also gave a big thumbs up to Mohit Suri's direction and music choices. "Anyway, I've been noticing that gradually more Hindi films are starting to do well, and that's a good sign. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Urban Ascent by Emaar 4 BHK Apartments Starting at ₹ 5.25 Cr* on Dwarka E-Way , Near Gurugram Emaar India Get Quote Undo And for a newcomer's film to do so well is a really big deal. They've done a good job," he added. "One of my cousins watched it, I haven't seen it yet, and they said they really enjoyed it, and both of them were amazing. And Mohit Suri has done an excellent job, and his choice of songs is amazing. We all know that." What is 'Saiyaara' about 'Saiyaara' tells the story of Krish Kapoor, an aspiring singer, and Vaani Batra, a determined journalist. Their journey of dreams, emotions, and romance has struck a chord with young audiences. The film's emotional soundtrack has also played a big part in its growing popularity. With strong box office numbers, fresh talent, and industry support, 'Saiyaara' has become one of the year's most talked-about films, and a hopeful sign for the future of Hindi cinema.
India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Is Saiyaara's title track copied from Jubin Nautiyal and One Direction?
Actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's 'Saiyaara' is making headlines, and for various reasons. From the highest opening for a debutant to fans going crazy for the movie in the theatres. But there have been other headlines speculating whether the film was copied from a Korean movie, 'A Moment To Remember'. Now people have moved to the movie's songs, and if they have been copied from the former British boy-band One Direction and Indian singer Jubin specifically, the title track of Saiyaara, a soaring ballad that's been topping charts and social reels, is now under fire for sounding, let's say, suspiciously familiar. The whispers began online, and now they've grown louder. Is 'Saiyaara's' main theme copied from One Direction's 'Night Changes' and Jubin Nautiyal's 'Humnava Mere'? The intro is a haunting piano melody that sets the tone for 'Saiyaara's' heartbreak anthem. But if you've ever cried to 'Night Changes' during your teenage years, you'll notice something jarringly similar. The two intros are near identical, right down to the key, the note progression, and the emotional timbre. The only major difference? Saiyaara's tempo is slowed, almost like someone pressed the heartbreak button twice. As the song progresses, listeners online claim that the rest of the composition borrows heavily from Jubin Nautiyal's 'Humnava Mere'. From the rhythm to the pacing, the similarity is undeniable. In fact, a fan video circulating on Facebook even lines up both tracks side by side, and the resemblance is hard to a look at the video: (Video Credit: Facebook/Sunit Singh Manisha)Inspiration in music isn't new. Artists borrow, adapt, and reimagine all the time. There's been no official response from the music director or the production team. But with social media receipts now part of every public court, the debate continues to gain the accusations, 'Saiyaara' is still drawing crowds, and the chemistry between Panday and Padda, paired with the film's emotional core, is connecting with audiences. The film's blend of drama, romance, and music is clearly working.- Ends
India Today
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Saiyaara craze hits the roof as man watches film in theatre with IV drip. Watch
Director Mohit Suri's film 'Saiyaara', starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has taken Bollywood by storm. The film's appeal lies in its raw portrayal of love and heartbreak, reminiscent of Suri's previous hits like 'Aashiqui 2'. The film's impact on audiences has been profound, with reports of intense reactions at screenings. So much so that a video of a man with an IV drip in his hand watching the film has emerged on social viral video showcased a young fan, Faisal, who also claims to be an artist, watching 'Saiyaara' in a theatre while connected to an IV drip. He was seen accompanied by a friend and one can see him getting emotional watching the the post: The fan's actions sparked mixed reactions online. Some social media users expressed concern over his health, with one user stating, "Bhai bimar h tu Allah ko yaad kar, Saiyaara se kaam na chale," while others were amused by his user commented on the fan's actions, "Itni dedication? Hospital se uth kar film dekhne aa gaya?" The dedication of fans to the film has certainly contributed to its growing cultural phenomenon.'Saiyaara's' unexpected success and the public's passionate response highlight the power of storytelling over traditional marketing tactics, marking a significant moment in Bollywood's cinematic landscape. The Mohit Suri-directorial saw a massive jump on Sunday and collected nearly Rs 37 crore nett at the domestic box office, its highest so far. The film has raked in Rs 83 crore nett in three days and is expected to breach the Rs 100-crore mark in a day or two.'Saiyaara' has received overwhelming reviews from critics and audiences alike.- Ends
