In a record-shattering feat, YRF’s debutant-led romantic drama Saiyaara has achieved what few thought possible: ₹507 crore gross worldwide in just 18 days, making it the highest-grossing love story in the history of Indian cinema!
This historic moment was celebrated by YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani, who shared his heartfelt gratitude with fans across the globe:
“Thank you to every viewer, everywhere, for making Saiyaara the defining love story of our time!”
💖 Saiyaara—A Love Story That Rewrote the Rules
Directed by Mohit Suri, Saiyaara marks a dream debut for Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, who’ve become Gen Z icons overnight. The film’s pure emotional storytelling, soulful music, and refreshing chemistry hit home with young audiences and old-school romantics alike.
- 📽️ Produced by: Akshaye Widhani (YRF)
- 🎬 Directed by: Mohit Suri
- 🌍 Worldwide GBOC: ₹507 Cr (as of August 4, 2025)
- 🎥 India NBOC: ₹308 Cr
- 🌐 Overseas GBOC: ₹131 Cr ($15.06M)
📲 Check YRF’s official announcement here
🎤 Akshaye Widhani’s Statement: A Celebration of Teamwork and Emotion
“We share this historic success with the captain of the ship, Mohit Suri, who gave this generation a defining love story; the debutants Ahaan & Aneet who made the world fall in love; Aditya Chopra for his guidance; and every team member who turned this into a global moment,” said Widhani.
He added:
“The success of a pure love story like Saiyaara reaffirms that romance is still the most beloved genre, if we give the audience something real and resonant. This film’s victory is not just commercial—it’s emotional.”
🧾 Week 3 Collection Breakdown (India – Hindi):
- Friday: ₹5.00 Cr
- Saturday: ₹7.00 Cr
- Sunday: ₹8.25 Cr
- Monday: ₹2.50 Cr
👉 Week 3 Total: ₹22.75 Cr
📊 Overall India NBOC: ₹308.00 Cr
📈 A Historic First in Indian Box Office History
- First debutant pair (Ahaan & Aneet) to cross ₹500 Cr WW
- Mohit Suri’s first 500 Cr+ global blockbuster
- YRF’s strongest Gen-Z romantic franchise launch ever
🗣️ Final Word: Saiyaara Isn’t Just a Film—It’s an Emotion
From its poetic dialogues to its breathtaking visuals, Saiyaara is more than just a movie—it’s a moment in Indian cinematic history. The audience has spoken loud and clear: romance isn’t dead—it’s evolving.
And Saiyaara is now its torchbearer.