By Masala Mirror Staff
Published: July 22, 2025

The romantic drama Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, continues to set the box office ablaze, cementing its status as a 2025 blockbuster. Released on July 18, 2025, under the banner of Yash Raj Films (YRF), the film has defied expectations for a newcomer-led project, nearing ₹120 crore net in India and crossing ₹130 crore in worldwide gross collections by its fifth day. With its soul-stirring music, emotional depth, and breakout performances, Saiyaara has become a cultural phenomenon, particularly among younger audiences, and is rewriting box office records for romantic films.

Day-Wise Box Office Performance in India

Saiyaara has maintained a robust performance at the Indian box office, showcasing remarkable stability even on weekdays. Below is the day-wise breakdown of its India net collections, as reported by trusted industry sources:

• Day 1 (Friday, July 18): ₹21.5 crore
• Day 2 (Saturday, July 19): ₹26–26.25 crore
• Day 3 (Sunday, July 20): ₹35.75–36.25 crore
• Day 4 (Monday, July 21): ₹24–24.25 crore
• Day 5 (Tuesday, July 22): ₹11.99–12 crore

Total India Net (5 Days): ₹119.2 crore

The film’s opening weekend of ₹83 crore net marked the highest-ever for a romantic film led by newcomers, surpassing benchmarks set by Dhadak (₹95.12 crore lifetime) and Student of the Year (₹70 crore lifetime). Its Monday collection of ₹24.25 crore set a record for the biggest Monday for any Bollywood film in 2025, reflecting strong audience retention post-weekend. Tuesday’s estimated ₹12 crore, despite a slight dip, indicates sustained interest, with packed evening shows in urban centers like Bengaluru (72% occupancy) and Delhi-NCR (57.5%).

Global Box Office Triumph

Saiyaara has also made waves internationally, grossing ₹17.25 crore from overseas markets by Day 4, contributing to a worldwide gross of approximately ₹123 crore. Early estimates for Day 5 project the global gross to cross ₹130–140 crore, driven by strong performances in the U.S., UK, and Middle East. This places Saiyaara among the top-performing Bollywood films of 2025 globally, outpacing the lifetime worldwide collections of Sunny Deol’s Jaat (₹118 crore) and Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 (₹144 crore). The film’s international appeal is attributed to its universal themes of love and sacrifice, amplified by a chart-topping soundtrack featuring seven songs by composers like Mithoon, Sachet-Parampara, and Vishal Mishra.

Record-Breaking Milestones

Saiyaara has shattered multiple box office records, establishing itself as a trailblazer for romantic dramas and newcomer-led films:

• 5th Highest-Grossing Hindi Film of 2025: With ₹119.2 crore net in five days, it has surpassed Salman Khan’s Sikandar (₹110 crore) and Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force (₹112 crore), climbing to the 7th spot among 2025’s top earners, trailing only behind Chhaava (₹121.43 crore) and Housefull 5 (₹91.83 crore).
• Biggest Opening Weekend for a Romantic Film with Newcomers: Its ₹83 crore net over the first three days is unprecedented, outdoing Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (₹11.1 crore opening day) and Kabir Singh (₹20.21 crore opening day).
• Highest Monday for a Bollywood Film in 2025: The ₹24.25 crore haul on Day 4 reflects exceptional word-of-mouth, with occupancy rates rivaling weekend figures.
• Fastest to ₹100 Crore Net: Crossing ₹107.25 crore net by Day 4, Saiyaara outpaced Sikandar’s four-day total, a remarkable feat for a non-star-driven film.

Budget and Profit Perspective

Produced on a reported budget of ₹45 crore, with an additional ₹15 crore for prints and advertising, Saiyaara’s total cost stands at ₹60 crore. With ₹119.2 crore net in India alone, the film has already recovered 100% of its investment and achieved a profit of approximately ₹59.2 crore (net) within five days, equating to a 98.7% return on investment. This financial success, coupled with its global gross, marks Saiyaara as a “super blockbuster,” with trade analysts predicting a potential ₹150 crore-plus worldwide gross by the end of its first week.

Why Saiyaara Is a Phenomenon

Saiyaara’s meteoric rise can be attributed to several factors:

• Content-Driven Appeal: Mohit Suri’s signature blend of intense romance and emotional storytelling resonates deeply with Gen Z and millennial audiences, evoking nostalgia for his earlier hits like Aashiqui 2. The film’s narrative, centered on two young artists finding harmony through music, has struck a chord.
• Breakout Performances: Ahaan Panday’s composed naturalism and Aneet Padda’s emotionally nuanced portrayal have earned rave reviews, with Padda being hailed as Bollywood’s new “national crush.” Industry stalwarts like Anil Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Alia Bhatt have publicly praised the duo.
• Chart-Topping Music: The soundtrack, featuring hits like the title track, has gone viral, with fans dancing in theaters during song sequences. This musical pull has driven repeat viewership.
• Strategic Non-Promotion: YRF’s decision to keep Ahaan and Aneet away from pre-release promotions, a tactic inspired by Aashiqui 2, preserved their on-screen freshness, amplifying audience curiosity.
• Youth and Regional Appeal: With high occupancy in Bengaluru (72%), Delhi-NCR (57.5%), and mass centers like Bihar and Rajasthan, Saiyaara has connected with both urban multiplexes and Tier-2/3 audiences.

Masala Mirror’s Take

Saiyaara is no flash-in-the-pan success—it’s a full-fledged cinematic movement. Its ability to sustain high occupancy into weekdays, coupled with a record-breaking Monday, signals a long theatrical run. The debutant power pair of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda has emerged as Bollywood’s newest sensation, with fans on X calling their chemistry “electric” and “heart-wrenching.” Posts on X highlight the film’s “unheard occupancy” and “mental mass” appeal, with some theaters adding midnight shows to meet demand.

The film’s overseas performance, particularly in diaspora-heavy markets, underscores its universal appeal, making it a proud moment for the NRI community. With projections suggesting a ₹150 crore-plus worldwide gross by Week 1, Saiyaara is poised to challenge even bigger 2025 releases. As trade analyst Taran Adarsh noted, “What #Saiyaara is achieving is both UNIMAGINABLE and UNPRECEDENTED… A ₹75 cr [+/-] weekend is HISTORIC, especially for a film headlined by newcomers.”

What’s Next for Saiyaara?

With no major competing releases this week, Saiyaara is expected to maintain its dominance, potentially crossing ₹150 crore net in India by Day 7. Its global trajectory suggests it could overtake Sky Force (₹168 crore lifetime) and secure a spot among 2025’s top 5 grossers. For NRIs, the film’s success is a testament to the power of authentic storytelling, resonating with universal themes of love and resilience.

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