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Hyderabad: The trailer of Saiyaara, perhaps the most anticipated romantic drama of 2025, has finally dropped - and, it is already winning hearts. Saiyaara is directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, and stars debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda in the lead roles. The film is all set to release in theatres worldwide on July 18, 2025. Originally rumoured to be Aashiqui 3, Saiyaara now arrives as a fresh and soulful love story with an intense Gen-Z twist. The trailer offers a peek into the emotional journey of Krrish Kapoor, a struggling singer played by Ahaan Panday, and a passionate writer played by Aneet Padda. They are said to have on-screen chemistry that many fans are already raving about. The trailer opens by highlighting Krrish, defending a music label and proudly proclaiming his identity. Then it quickly morphs to a story of passionate love, creative collaboration, and emotional ups and downs. There are some remarkable moments in the trailer, such as when Aneet's character holds a knife to Krrish, which is a hint at the darker turns taken in their love story. Saiyaara's soulful soundtrack is another reason for the rising excitement. With hit songs already trending including Faheem-Arslan's Saiyaara Title Track, Jubin Nautiyal's Barbaad, Vishal Mishra's Tum Ho Toh, Sachet-Parampara's Humsafar, and Dhun by Arijit Singh and Mithoon, the album is being called one of the year's best. Ahaan Panday, nephew of actor Chunky Panday, makes a strong debut alongside, Aneet Padda, who has also appeared in Big Girls Don't Cry and Salaam Venky, which was able to render emotional depth and range on screen. With the skilled Mohit Suri directing (recognised for successful films like Aashiqui 2 and Hamari Adhuri Kahani), and under the robust banner of YRF, Saiyaara looks forward to be an impactful love story of our generation. Read More
Mumbai, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Lyricist Irshad Kamil, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming project 'Saiyaara', has spoken up on the subject of love, and his scope of work in the emotion. The lyricist spoke with IANS in the run-up to the film, and shared, "I feel that love is the only emotion, which is immortal. If you get angry, then the anger goes away at some point. If you get irritated with someone, it goes away. The person you fall in love with, the love stays forever". He further mentioned that love is a very basic emotion, and such an everlasting emotion, that you can't d ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 10 (SocialNews.XYZ) Singer Shilpa Rao, who has crooned the female version of "Barbaad" in upcoming film "Saiyaara", said that for her music has always been about connecting with people's emotions. "Music, for me, has always been about connecting with people's emotions," said the singer. She said that Barbaad is a heartbreak song, and singing the female version allowed her to explore a different emotional perspective. "I've been receiving so many messages from people saying they're moved by the song, feeling heartbreak through it -- even when they haven't gone through one themse ...Read More >
Hyderabad: It's been just two days since Maalik and Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan hit theatres, but the difference in their box office performance is already striking. While Maalik, starring Rajkummar Rao, is racing ahead with strong numbers, Shanaya Kapoor's debut film is finding it hard to make a mark. Box Office Day 2: Maalik Surges Ahead Maalik had a decent opening with Rs 3.75 crore on its first day. On day 2, the film showed solid growth and collected Rs 5.25 crore (early estimates), bringing its total to Rs 9 crore in just two days. The film is clearly connecting with the audience, especial ...Read More >
Mumbai: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer "Saiyaara" has been garnering praises from all sides. The latest name added to the list of admirers is Tollywood heartthrob, Mahesh Babu. The 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata' actor took to this X timeline and showered praises on Mohit Suri's directorial saying, "Take a bow #Saiyaara team... What a beautifully made film with honest storytelling, standout performances and top notch execution." Lauding the film's lead cast, Mahesh Babu added, "Big love to #AhaanPanday & #AneetPadda for living their roles so effortlessly... This one deserves all the love com ...Read More >
New Delhi: One of the biggest hits of 2025 so far, Mohit Suri's Saiyaara has swept the nation with two new heartthrobs and great music. So, fans have been eagerly waiting for the makers to announce the OTT streaming date and time. The movie opened in cinemas on July 18 and ever since the ticket counters are ringing in with massive crowd. What is Saiyaara's tentative OTT release date? Well, looks like, the wait is going to be a little longer. As there has been no official word on it but the movie's casting director Shanoo Sharma might have dropped the big hint. Sharma recently re-shared a soci ...Read More >
Itanagar, Jun 7 (PTI) The flood situation in Arunachal Pradesh improved on Saturday with water levels of most rivers receding, even as 33,000 people in 24 districts remained affected, officials said. Twelve people lost their lives and one person went missing in rain-related incidents, including landslides, after the monsoon set in, they said. In its daily report, the State Emergency Operation Centre (SEOC) said 33,200 people in 215 villages remained affected due to floods and landslides in the state. The water levels of most major rivers and their tributaries were showing a receding trend o ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jun 27 (PTI) Veteran movie star Rekha recreated her look from the 1981 film "Umrao Jaan" at the theatrical re-release premiere of the film that brought out the who's who of Bollywood in attendance, including Aamir Khan, Alia Bhatt, Tabu, and Hema Malini. Directed by Muzaffar Ali, the period drama has been restored and re-released in cinemas on June 27. The film has been restored by the National Film Development Corporation-National Film Archive of India under the National Film Heritage Mission. Rekha turned heads as she appeared in a stunning white and gold anarkali by Manish Malhotr ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ajay Devgn is back as Jassi in Son of Sardaar 2 -- and so is another iconic dance step! Following the teaser, the latest song from the movie has sent fans into a frenzy. The dance step in the new track has netizens drawing comparisons to another of Ajay Devgn's iconic songs. In the song, Ajay Devgn and Mrunal Thakur ooze fresh and heartwarming energy. Pehla Tu Duja Tu has been shot against the picturesque backdrop of the streets of Scotland. Sung by Vishal Mishra and composed and penned by Jaani, the song has sparked a meme fest and hilarious reactions online. Earlier, Devgn had g ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt feels happy that people are saying Mohit Suri's Saiyaara has the nostalgia of his blockbuster romantic film Aashiqui. Mahesh Bhatt's Aashiqui launched Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal into overnight superstars as the film became a rage in our country for presenting a romantic story that was fresh, deep and ahead of its time. Even the music of Aashiqui was a blockbuster. Similarly, Saiyaara is the launchpad for Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda as the next YRF hero and heroine. The songs of Saiyaara are also chartbusters. Mahesh says, "Every generation has a love story th ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19: The release date of Ajay Devgn's highly anticipated film 'Son Of Sardaar 2' has been postponed after it was earlier scheduled to release in theatres on July 25. The makers dropped a new poster, which said, "The laughter riot just got a new date. Son of Sardaar 2 will now release in cinemas on 1st August 2025 worldwide." Taking to Instagram handle, trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared, "#Xclusiv... WISE DECISION - AJAY DEVGN - JIO STUDIOS TO RELEASE 'SON OF SARDAAR 2' ONE WEEK LATER - ON 1 AUGUST 2025... OFFICIAL STATEMENT...#SonOfSardaar2 | #AjayDevgn | #JyotiDeshpande | #JioStud ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda starrer "Saiyaara" has been garnering praises from all sides. The latest name added to the list of admirers is Tollywood heartthrob, Mahesh Babu. The 'Sarkaru Vaari Paata' actor took to this X timeline and showered praises on Mohit Suri's directorial saying, "Take a bow #Saiyaara team... What a beautifully made film with honest storytelling, standout performances and top notch execution." Lauding the film's lead cast, Mahesh Babu added, "Big love to #AhaanPanday & #AneetPadda for living their roles so effortlessly... This one dese ...Read More >
Mumbai: The advance bookings for Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's highly-awaited film, 'War 2', have officially begun. On Sunday, the makers confirmed the update and also unveiled a brand new pre-release promo. The thrilling footage shows the lead actors as Kabir and Vikram confronting each other in intense action scenes, teasing their rivalry that remains at the heart of the film. "Are you ready to witness the CARNAGE in cinemas from August 14th? BOOK TICKETS NOW for #War2 and let us give you an ex ...Read More >
SRINAGAR: A defiant Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday scaled the gates of the Naqshband Sahib graveyard to pay tributes to the 22 people killed by the Dogra army on July 13, 1931. The dramatic scene unfolded a day after Abdullah and several leaders of the National Conference and opposition parties were put under house arrest to prevent them from going to the graveyard to mark Martyrs' Day. National Conference president Farooq Abdullah took an autorickshaw from the Khanyar crossing to the martyrs memorial while Minister for Education Sakina Ittoo surprised everyone by r ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 17 : July 18, 2025, will always hold a special place in Ahaan Pandey's life as it marks the release date of his debut film 'Saiyaara'. On the eve of the film's release, Ahaan took to Instagram and poured his heart out, expressing gratitude to director Mohit Suri. "You might've met me a year ago, but the truth is, I met you long before that. I met you through the stereo system in my car, with my grandmother, when we'd go pick up cassettes of every one of your films I met you in the cinema hall, watching Aashiqui 2 with my mother and sister we cried through ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Bollywood debutant Ahaan Panday, cousin of actress Ananya Panday, has impressed with his entry into Indian cinema with the romantic musical Saiyaara, opposite Aneet Padda. Helmed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films (YRF), the film has opened to good reviews from critics and the audience. Fueled by its emotional content and positive word-of-mouth, Saiyaara has started its box office run on a strong note. Saiyaara Box Office Collection Day 1 As per early estimates by industry tracker Sacnilk, Saiyaara has brought in Rs 14.07 crore at the Indian box office on its first day ( ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actor Harshvardhan Rane, who was last seen in 'The Miranda Brothers', is heaping praise on the recently released film 'Saiyaara', and its team. On Saturday, the actor took to the Stories section of his Instagram, and penned a special note for the film and its makers after it witnessed a stellar opening day. He wrote, "Another melodious example of a love story shattering all myths and formulas of the industry. Honest heart wrenching love story wins again in 2025! #Saiyaara". 'Saiyaara', which stars Aneet Padda, and marks the debut of Ahaan Panday, is helmed b ...Read More >
From timeless classics to modern chartbusters, India's musical legacy is rich with songs that celebrate the nation's spirit. This Independence Day, relive the magic of these 10 iconic tracks -- from Lata Mangeshkar's soulful tributes to A.R. Rahman's powerful anthems -- that continue to stir hearts, unite generations, and inspire love for the motherland. India's journey to freedom and its enduring spirit of unity have been beautifully captured in music over the decades. From soulful tributes to ...Read More >
'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' (2001) is a romantic drama directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, marking the Bollywood debut of R Madhavan and Dia Mirza. At the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa, actor R Madhavan opened up about the emotional journey of his iconic film 'Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein' (RHTDM), which has achieved cult status over the years. The film, initially released in 2001, marked a significant milestone in Bollywood, both for R Madhavan and his co-star Dia Mirza, as it was their debut film. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the romantic drama also starred Saif ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Kashmiri debutant musical artistes Faheem Abdullah and Arslan Nizami expressed excitement about working in Mohit Suri's directorial 'Saiyaara'. Saiyaara title track features the launch of two exciting musical artists from Kashmir. Also Read | Netflix, Balaji Telefilms Join Hands for Creative Collaboration, Announces Ekta Kapoor. Speaking to ANI, Faheem said, "I think ye hum dono ki life long manifestations thi jisko lekar hum aaj yahan par hai i am so grateful to sir(Mohit Suri) for believing in us i don't think hum pe itn apressure pada..bahut at ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Lyricist Irshad Kamil, who is known for his work in 'Jab We Met', 'Rockstar', 'Tamasha', 'Aashiqui 2' and others, feels that in the realm of creativity, even a negligible change can have a domino effect on the final output. Irshad recently sat for a chat with IANS ahead of the release of his upcoming project 'Saiyaara', and deconstructed the making of the song. He shared that as the lyrical structure of the song wasn't adding up in terms of the meter, he decided to shift the focus from the word 'Saiyaara' to the word "Tu", and it infinitely changed the final ou ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 18 (PTI) The Supreme Court has said money cannot be recovered by filing an FIR and seeking help of police as it quashed a cheating case against the producer of Bollywood movie "Tanu Weds Manu". A bench of Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan expressed displeasure over the approach of the Allahabad High Court in dealing with the petition of producer Shailesh R Singh for quashing of the FIR against him by complainant Kunal Jain. "Money cannot be recovered, more particularly, in a civil dispute between the parties by filing a first information report and seeking the help of the ...Read More >
Jammu- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday reviewed the ongoing restoration work of the historic Mubarak Mandi complex, which was the power centre of the Dogra kings in Jammu, and stressed on enhancing its heritage appeal. The Mubarak Mandi Complex is one of Jammu's most significant architectural heritage sites and is envisioned as a comprehensive cultural centre, housing museums, conference venues and heritage hospitality services. Accompanied by Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani and MLA Yudhvir Sethi during the visit, the chief minister was briefed in detail on the multi-phas ...Read More >
Mumbai: Saiyaara is finally here, and fans can't stop raving about it! Starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the romantic musical drama hit theatres on Friday, July 18, and early reactions suggest it's nothing short of a blockbuster in the making. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film is being hailed for its fresh chemistry, soulful music, and a new-age love story. With the buzz reaching sky-high levels, one question on everyone's mind is how much did YRF pay the lead stars for their debut? The film marks the grand launch of both Ahaan Panday, who comes from a film background, and Anee ...Read More >
A new star kid began his journey in Bollywood today, successfully taking the theatres by strom unlike many of his fellow nepo kids. Yes, we are talking about Chunky Panday's nephew and Ananya Panday's cousin brother Ahaan Panday, who made his debut today with Mohit Suri's Saiyaara opposite Aneet Padda. According to early reviews of the film, the young star kid has already earned the title of a 'star' with many calling Saiyaara a super-hit, comparing it to the likes of Aashiqui 2. While Ahaan ride ...Read More >
New Delhi: Gen Z's current favourite actress Aneet Padda is relishing the super success of her debut film Saiyaara. Basking in the glory of his Rs 300 crore+ maiden venture, fans are digging deep to find more about this beautiful new star. So, right now her LinkedIn profile has gone viral. Let's dive into it and find out more about the Saiyaara sensation. It appears that her LinkedIn profile was created while Aneet was still at Jesus and Mary College, Delhi University. According to the account, the Saiyaara actress studied Political Science at DU and also interned at Vistara. She has also men ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 8 (SocialNews.XYZ) Filmmaker Mohit Suri is over-the-moon that he found debutant Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda as he said if he hadn't found formidable actors like them, he wouldn't have made his upcoming film "Saiyaara". Mohit said: "I wouldn't have made Saiyaara if I hadn't found formidable actors like Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda." "I was honestly thinking about making something else before my path crossed with Yash Raj Films that was looking for a young love story and was grooming Ahaan and Aneet to star in such a film." He shared that when a love story is made with debutants ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 17: Bollywood superstar Salman Khan took to social media to express his happiness over the warm support newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda are receiving from the film industry. The actor shared his joy and wished the debutantes all the best for their journey ahead. Taking to his Instagram stories, the 'Sultan' actor shared a poster of "Saiyaara" featuring lead actors Ahaan and Aneet. Alongside it, Khan wrote, "It is so nice to see the love two debutants are getting from the industry and the country. So happy for them and thr parents who I have known since we were kids. @ahaanp ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 18 (ANI): Bollywood power couple Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, who earlier this week announced the birth of their baby girl stepped out with their daughter for the first time on Friday. After Kiara got discharged from hospital, the couple headed to the actress's mother's residence to seek blessings for the little one. Also Read | 'Saiyaara' X Review: Ahaan Panday Shines in Mohit Suri's Musical Romance Drama Co-Starring Aneet Padda, Netizens Say 'Movie Brings Back the Freshness Bollywood Has Been Missing'. Visuals showed Kiara and Sidharth's car enter ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharahtra) [India], July 8 (ANI): The trailer of the upcoming Mohit Suri directorial film Saiyaara i finally out now. On Tueday, the maker unveiled the trailer of the film, featuring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The trailer how Ahaan a Krih Kapoor, an apiring inger, while Aneet Panda i a writer who pen lyric for Ahaan character. They both gradually fall in love with each other; however, thing take a bitter turn when Aneet character threaten Krih with a knife and ak him to leave the event. Krih i heartbroken and expree hi pain and anger. He wa advied by Varun Badola character, Apne ...Read More >
Mumbai, Jul 10 (PTI) Tamil actor Dhanush has commenced shooting for his 54th feature film, the makers announced on Thursday. The movie is being directed by Vignesh Raja, best known for his critically-acclaimed crime thriller "Por Thozhil". It is backed by Ishari K Ganesh of Vels Film International. Also Read | Vijay Deverakonda, Rana Daggubati and Prakash Raj Among 29 Celebrities Booked by ED for Endorsing Betting Apps. The production banner shared the news in a post on Instagram. "Sometimes staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive. #D54 starring @dhanushkraja - On floors from today ...Read More >