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Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara has taken the box office by storm, emerging as one of 2025’s biggest surprise hits. Featuring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film has already collected a staggering Rs 153.25 crore within just six days of its release, all on a budget of Rs 45 crore.
Netflix Release May Get a Festive Delay
While Saiyaara was initially expected to release on Netflix by the second week of September — following the standard eight-week window, reports from The Times of India hint at a possible change. The makers are in talks with Netflix to postpone the OTT premiere to Diwali, aiming to extend the window to 90 days and cash in further on the film’s strong theatrical momentum.
No Competition, All Advantage
With no major Hindi releases on the immediate horizon, the producers backed by Yash Raj Films are looking to make the most of the film’s box office run. The delay strategy aligns with the aim to maximize earnings before hitting streaming platforms.
Among 2025’s Top Grossers
Saiyaara now ranks among the year’s top five highest-grossing Bollywood films, joining blockbusters like:
Chhaava – Rs 601 crore
Housefull 5 – Rs 183 crore
Raid 2 – Rs 173 crore
Sitaare Zameen Par – Rs 163 crore
Industry Applause
The film’s heartfelt storytelling and fresh lead pairing have earned praise from celebrities like Ameesha Patel, Mahesh Babu, and Karan Johar, who lauded Mohit Suri’s direction.
Diwali May Shine Brighter
If the Diwali OTT deal materializes, Saiyaara could continue its dream run well into the festive season proving that good content, when timed right, always wins.
