Saiyaara Debuts on Netflix, Wins Praise from Fans and Filmmakers

Lead Bollywood romance Saiyaara premiered on Netflix on September 12, sparking a global social-media surge and earning acclaim from director Hansal Mehta.

Nut Graf After grossing over ₹570 crore in theaters, Saiyaara’s OTT arrival has reignited interest in Mohit Suri’s musical drama, as viewers worldwide revisit its emotional storyline and chart-topping soundtrack.

Streaming Launch Sparks Social Media Frenzy

Released across 190 countries on Netflix on September 12, Saiyaara quickly trended as fans flooded platforms with reactions and rewatch plans.
Viewers praised the film’s music, cinematography, and the on-screen chemistry of debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda.

Hansal Mehta Hails Bollywood Romance

Veteran filmmaker Hansal Mehta shared his late-night OTT screening impressions on Instagram, lauding Saiyaara for recapturing Bollywood’s classic magic through emotion, music, and lead performances.
Mehta singled out Panday and Padda as “young, fresh, utterly watchable,” calling the film a reminder of a “star is born.”

Background and Box Office Triumph Releasing theatrically on July 18, Saiyaara broke records as the highest-grossing Indian romantic film of 2025, netting ₹337.69 crore domestically and ₹570.67 crore worldwide. Its title track also entered the Billboard Hot 200 top 10, cementing its status as a cultural phenomenon.

What’s Next As Saiyaara embarks on its OTT journey, its fusion of heartfelt storytelling and soaring soundtrack is poised to fuel a fresh wave of fan-driven conversations and streaming milestones.