Saiyaara: A New Romantic Hit Captivating Audiences

The romantic film Saiyaara, featuring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has taken the box office by storm, breaking records and winning hearts. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film has garnered praise from filmmaker Anubhav Sinha, who expressed his admiration for the performances of the lead actors. In an exclusive interview, Sinha shared his thoughts on the film and discussed his recent viewings of other movies. With its success on OTT platforms and in theaters, Saiyaara is quickly becoming a standout film of 2025. Discover more about this captivating love story and its impact on audiences.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 2, 2026, 07:20 IST

Introduction to Saiyaara

The eagerly awaited romantic film, Saiyaara, marks the first collaboration between Yash Raj Films and director Mohit Suri, both renowned for their enchanting love stories. This film has quickly captured the hearts of many, featuring fresh talents Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, who have delivered outstanding performances. Following its debut, Saiyaara shattered box office records, with numerous videos and images circulating online showcasing enthusiastic fans celebrating the duo's acting. The film also achieved the top spot on OTT platforms shortly after its release, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2025. Filmmaker Anubhav Sinha has praised both the film and its new stars for their impressive work.

Insights from Anubhav Sinha

Anubhav Sinha's Exclusive Interview

In a recent interview, Sinha expressed his admiration for Saiyaara, stating that he was truly captivated by the film. He remarked, "These two young talents, Ahaan and Aneet, are exceptional, and I genuinely loved Saiyaara. My appreciation for them goes in the order of Mohit, Aneet, and Ahaan."

He further noted that both actors displayed sincerity and a strong belief in the film's vision. Sinha also mentioned that he has seen several recent releases, including Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, Kriti Sanon's Tere Ishq Mein, and Sunny Deol's Border 2. Although he has only watched parts of Dhurandhar, he hopes to eventually view the entire film.

"While traveling to various cities, I took the opportunity to visit different cinema halls and watched films for about 15-20 minutes. I managed to catch snippets of Dhurandhar, saw Tere Ishq Mein in a Bhopal theater, and viewed Border 2 in Hyderabad," he shared.

Anubhav Sinha's Recent Work

Professional Front

Recently, Anubhav Sinha released Assi, a powerful courtroom drama that hit theaters on February 20, 2026. This film addresses the critical issue of sexual violence against women in India and marks his third collaboration with actress Taapsee Pannu, following Mulk and Thappad. The narrative delves into the struggles faced by victims within the justice system and features a strong ensemble cast, including Kani Kusruti, Revathy, Manoj Pahwa, Kumud Mishra, and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, with special appearances by Naseeruddin Shah, Supriya Pathak, and Seema Pahwa, enriching the storyline.