I’m seeing this for the first time in so many years — a film being sold not because of the actors, but because of its director. Now that Bollywood is slowly trying to return to that old magic, Mohit Suri is finally back with his Saiyaara movie to help make it happen. Ever since Mohit Suri stepped away from Bollywood, romance hasn’t felt the same. His films are like music albums where every song is on repeat. Everyone remembers Malang movie, and who can forget Aashiqui 2 movie? Ek Villain movie kept people awake at night, and Hamari Adhuri Kahani movie changed many lives.
Cast
- Ahaan Panday
- Aneet Padda
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Release Date
18 July 2025
Budget
₹60 Crores (estimated)
Director
Mohit Suri
Genre
- Drama
- Mystery
- Romance
- Crime
- Thriller
Overview
A short teaser of the film Saiyaara has been released, and it’s been presented by YRF, which means the film must have something special. Saiyaara movie teaser gives off vibes similar to Aashiqui 2 and Malang, and it hints at a strong music album. Honestly, it also reminds me a bit of the film Tadap. Not many people saw it, but its songs were heard by everyone.
The most important thing is that this Saiyaara feels like an original story, with real emotions, romance, action, and music that pulls people in. In just 70 seconds, it feels like old-school Bollywood has made a comeback. It’s the kind of film people will want to talk about, explore, and play songs from.
We already know that the film is directed by Mohit Suri, but the casting is also quite interesting and could make headlines. The hero is Ahaan Panday, who is directly related to Chunky Panday and Ananya Panday. His acting debut has been talked about for a long time. In the teaser, he’s shown in different styles — a bit like a hero from a Kabir Singh-style film, and a bit like Aditya Roy Kapur. It’s a mix of different looks and feels. It’s a good beginning, but he still seems to lack the kind of screen presence that romantic films need — the kind that makes the audience fall in love with the character.
The actress – Aneet Padda, on the other hand, is not widely known. But she played a strong role in an Amazon Prime web series called Big Girls Don’t Cry. It might be too soon to say this, but it feels refreshing to see a new face in a film after a long time. Some of the star kids might even be feeling a bit nervous — and I can say that with full confidence. After watching the Saiyaara teaser, at least half of the viewers will likely search her name on Google to learn more about her. That means she’s already caught their attention.
This might not sit well with some people in Bollywood, but in this Saiyaara teaser, the heroine has clearly outshined the hero — in every way. In the battle between nepotism and talent, the girl has won. Her voice in the teaser brings a surprising freshness. I honestly can’t remember the last time a new actress’s voice felt this fresh and natural. It was really enjoyable.
The emotional scenes shown in this Saiyaara teaser are impressive. The action scenes feel real. Even the romantic chemistry looks convincing. Some viewers might be surprised by how bold the scenes are for a newcomer. But nothing in the teaser feels awkward or forced. Actually, everything blends well thanks to the music. As more songs from the film are released, both of these actors are likely to become popular. There’s no need for extra PR — the music alone will promote the film.
What I liked most about the teaser is that it’s hard to guess the plot or how the story will end. It feels unpredictable. It reminds you a little of Aashiqui 2 or Malang, but it’s still hard to say which influence is stronger. Maybe this film will end up making a unique identity of its own.
So the good news is, Mohit Suri is back, and he’s bringing great cinema with him. The actors are promising, the music album sounds strong, but will the nepotism debate return again? Tell the truth — in this Saiyaara teaser, who impressed you more: the hero or the heroine? Or maybe both? Or was it just Mohit Suri who stole the show? Go ahead and drop a comment.