Saiyaara BO Collection : After months of anticipation, Mohit Suri’s romantic musical drama Saiyaara finally released on July 18 and has taken the box office by storm. The film marks the debut of two fresh faces in Bollywood – Ahan Pandey and Anit Padda – and their entry has been nothing short of spectacular. Despite being newcomers, the duo has managed to capture hearts across the nation, both through their on-screen chemistry and impressive acting skills.
Record-Breaking Advance Bookings
Even before the film hit the theatres, Saiyaara had already made headlines with its advance booking numbers. With a staggering ₹9.4 crore collected in advance bookings, the film secured the third biggest advance booking of 2025. This set high expectations for its theatrical release and signaled strong interest from audiences. The buzz around the film’s music, trailers, and debutants gave it a solid pre-release momentum.
₹20 Crore on Day 1: A Stunning Debut
According to early box office reports from Sacnilk, Saiyaara collected ₹20 crore on its opening day. With a strong 49.90% Hindi occupancy on Friday, it has become one of the highest-grossing debuts for a film with new actors in 2025. This performance reflects the growing trust of the audience in new talent, especially when paired with a gripping storyline and soulful music. Songs like “Barbaad” and “Humsafar” have become social media favorites and helped boost the film’s appeal.
Beating Big Names and Big Numbers
What makes Saiyaara’s success more remarkable is the list of films it has outperformed on Day 1. It has left behind Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khattar’s Dhadak (₹8.71 crore) and several movies led by seasoned actors. For example, Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force (₹12.25 crore), Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2 (₹19.25 crore), Aamir Khan’s Film Sitare Zameen (₹10.7 crore), Sunny Deol’s Kesari Chapter 2 (₹7.75 crore), and even the mass entertainer Jaat (₹9.5 crore). Clearly, Saiyaara is rewriting the rules for debut films.
Bright Future Ahead for Ahan Pandey and Anit Padda
The impressive opening of Saiyaara not only boosts the careers of Ahan Pandey and Anit Padda but also signals a new wave of talent ready to take over Bollywood. Ahan, cousin of Ananya Pandey, is being praised for his intense screen presence, while Anit Padda has charmed audiences with his natural performance. If the film continues its strong run over the weekend, it could set new benchmarks for debut films in India.
