Mohit Suri’s latest musical romance, Saiyaara, continues to shatter expectations at the box office. Released on July 18, the film starring debut actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda has not only emerged as a sleeper hit but has also clinched a place among the Top 10 All-Time Highest First Wednesday Grossers in Bollywood, with a staggering ₹22 crore net collection on its first Wednesday.
Saiyaara: Box Office Storm Without Star Power
Unlike typical blockbusters backed by established franchises, Saiyaara triumphed purely through narration, music, and word-of-mouth. Its ₹22 crore Wednesday haul places it at 9th position on the all-time list sandwiched between the newcomers blockbuster Good Newwz (₹22.5 crore) and hits like Kick and Dangal. This feat is exceptional, especially considering the film lacked a holiday release window or franchise or star-studded cast.
All-Time Highest First Wednesday Grossers
- Chhaava – ₹32.40 cr
- Gadar 2 – ₹32.37 cr
- Pushpa 2: The Rule – ₹31.50 cr
- Animal – ₹30.45 cr
- Baahubali 2: The Conclusion – ₹26 cr
- Dhoom 3 – ₹25.52 cr
- Jawan – ₹23.83 cr
- Good Newwz – ₹22.50 cr
- Saiyaara – ₹22 cr
- Kick – ₹21.66 cr
- Dangal – ₹21.46 cr
- Stree 2 – ₹20.40 cr
- PK – ₹19.55 cr
This places Saiyaara firmly at 9th position, just behind Good Newwz and ahead of Kick, Dangal, and PK.
Saiyaara: Strong Continuity Through the Week
The film’s momentum didn’t fizzle after the weekend. It earned ₹24 crore on Monday, climbed to ₹25 crore on Tuesday, and maintained its mid-week strength with ₹21–22 crore on Wednesday. This consistent performance has pushed its India net total beyond ₹150 crore in just six days. In parallel, it has crossed the ₹200 crore global mark—₹183 crore gross domestically and ₹37 crore overseas—bringing the worldwide tally to ₹220–226 crore.
Owing to sustained viewer interest, screen counts grew from 800 to 2,000 within days of release, boosting accessibility and viewership.
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Terrestrial romance-based movies usually struggle to match high-octane action films. Yet Saiyaara has broken into milestones typically reserved for megabudget films. It now stands as the first true romance of 2025 to surpass ₹100 crore during its opening weekend—a record in itself.
What’s Driving the Magic in Saiyaara
While Saiyaara arrives without a franchise tag or a superstar, it relies on its emotional narrative, heartfelt performances, and a soundtrack that transcended regional boundaries. Its performance signals that contemporary audiences still crave soulful cinema rooted in relatable storytelling and music.
Critics and audiences alike have applauded the film’s emotional depth and chemistry. Furthermore, its music accompaniment has struck a chord, tracks have soared up national and even global charts.
Meanwhile, trending fan content like the doppelgänger memes comparing Ahaan and Aneet to social media personality Tanzeel Khan has amplified the buzz beyond conventional promotion.
Co-star Rajesh Kumar described the leads as humble professionals, noting their grounded presence on set.
As Saiyaara approaches ₹250 crore globally, its entry into the prestigious Wednesday gross list cements its status not just as a surprise seasonal hit but as a potential turning point in the revival of romance in mainstream Bollywood.
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