Debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have made a remarkable entry into Bollywood with their romantic drama Saiyaara, which raked in a stellar ₹21.25 crore on its opening day. Presented by Aditya Chopra and produced by Akshaye Widhani under the banner of Yash Raj Films (YRF), Saiyaara is being lauded for its emotionally intense storyline, fresh pairing, and appealing music.

The film’s strong box office start marks one of the biggest openings for newcomers in recent times, especially for a non-franchise, original story. Industry experts attribute the performance to YRF’s powerful promotion strategy and youth-centric content that has resonated with Gen Z and millennials.

Early reviews have praised Ahaan and Aneet’s chemistry, the film’s visual storytelling, and its soulful soundtrack. If the positive word of mouth sustains, Saiyaara could easily cross ₹60 crore by the end of its first weekend, setting the tone for a successful theatrical run.