Mohit Suri’s much-anticipated romantic drama Saiyaara, starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is poised for a historic start at the Indian box office. With just 12 hours to go before release, the film has already sold over 1,20,000 tickets in major national chains like PVRInox and Cinepolis, and is racing towards the 2,00,000-ticket mark—an extraordinary feat for a non-holiday, non-franchise release.
Advance Booking Surpasses Expectations
Produced by Aditya Chopra under the YRF banner, Saiyaara is set to become the second biggest advance booking film of 2025, surpassing star-studded films like Sikandar (1,43,000 tickets), Housefull 5, and Raid 2. It may even overtake Chhaava (2,23,000 tickets) to become the year’s top advance booking title. Despite running promotional offers, it’s clear the film’s success is being driven by organic, ground-level excitement rather than discounts.
Comparisons with Iconic Debuts
Industry insiders are already comparing the buzz to the legendary launches of Hrithik Roshan (Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai) and Abhishek Bachchan (Refugee), both from 2000. The intrigue around Saiyaara’s fresh faces and the film’s emotional, musical appeal—enhanced by chartbusters and a strong trailer have pulled audiences to theatres in large numbers.
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Nationwide and Global Appeal
Advance bookings are strong not only in multiplex chains but also across single screens and regional chains like Rajhans, MovieMax, and Shree Agra. Internationally, Saiyaara is tracking well, with an expected USD 1 million-plus opening weekend—a remarkable result for a film with newcomers.
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With projected day-one earnings between Rs 15 to Rs 20 crore, Saiyaara is shaping up to be a surprise box office phenomenon, driven by strong content, soulful music, and Mohit Suri’s directorial brand.
