Saiyaara Rules July at India’s Box Office with Debutant Romantics

In July 2025, Mohit Suri’s romantic musical drama Saiyaara emerged as India’s standout film, capturing hearts and box office records alike. Released on July 18, the film opened to impressive first-weekend results, setting a new benchmark for a debutant-led film.

Over its first ten days, Saiyaara soared in India alone, with strong second-week momentum and weekend earnings exceeding box office estimations. The blend of emotional storytelling, catchy soundtrack, and social media buzz contributed to its breakout success.

Starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film tells the story of an introspective musician and a shy poet whose unexpected romance transcends ordinary expectations.

Critics praised not only the fresh chemistry between the duo but also Suri’s direction and the film’s musical score, earning positive praise from fans.

By mid-July, Saiyaara had become the second-highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025, further cementing its position among the year’s top Indian releases.

The film’s resonance with younger audiences via digital sharing and social conversation helped it outperform even titans like Salman Khan’s Sikandar and Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force during the same period.

Meanwhile, other July releases, such as the Kannada-language Ekka, captured regional attention with strong theater occupancy. But overall, Saiyaara’s emotional depth, musical elements, and breakout lead performances made it the undisputed top movie in India for July 2025.