‘Saiyaara’ Box Office Collection Day 10: Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s Romantic Drama Continues Strong Run on Second Sunday
Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara, starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, continues to captivate audiences as it maintains its impressive box office performance on its second Sunday, July 27, 2025. The film, produced by Yash Raj Films, has solidified its position as a blockbuster, crossing significant milestones and rewriting records for debutant-led films. On its 10th day, Saiyaara earned an estimated ₹15.49 crore India net, bringing its total domestic collection to approximately ₹232.74 crore, according to early estimates by Sacnilk.
A Record-Breaking Run
Saiyaara has been a box office phenomenon since its release on July 18, 2025. The film’s emotional narrative, soulful music, and the fresh chemistry between Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have resonated deeply with audiences, particularly the youth. The movie’s second Sunday saw an overall Hindi occupancy of 39.80%, with afternoon shows reaching 56.38%, reflecting sustained audience interest despite the weekday dip earlier in the week.
The film’s 10-day journey has been nothing short of historic. After a stellar opening weekend of ₹83 crore, Saiyaara crossed the ₹100 crore mark in just four days and surpassed ₹200 crore on its second Saturday. With a worldwide gross exceeding ₹300 crore by the end of its second weekend, the film is now eyeing a ₹400 crore lifetime haul, a remarkable feat for a film led by newcomers.
Day-Wise Breakdown
Here’s a look at Saiyaara’s day-wise India net collections, showcasing its consistent performance:
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹21.5 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹26 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹35.75 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹24 crore
- Day 5 (Tuesday): ₹25 crore
- Day 6 (Wednesday): ₹21.5 crore
- Day 7 (Thursday): ₹19 crore
- Day 8 (Friday): ₹18 crore
- Day 9 (Saturday): ₹26.5 crore
- Day 10 (Sunday): ₹15.49 crore (early estimates)
- Total: ₹232.74 crore
The second weekend has been particularly strong, with the film grossing over ₹100 crore worldwide during this period alone, driven by robust performances in urban centers like Bengaluru, NCR, and Pune.
A Sleeper Hit Defying Expectations
Saiyaara’s success is notable for its lack of established superstars, relying instead on the fresh appeal of Ahaan Panday as Krish Kapoor, an aspiring musician, and Aneet Padda as Vaani Batra, a thoughtful writer. The film’s emotional depth, exploring themes of love, heartbreak, and healing, combined with a chartbuster soundtrack featuring compositions by Mithoon, Sachet-Parampara, and others, has struck a chord with audiences. Social media is abuzz with fans sharing emotional tributes and dance videos inspired by the film’s romantic moments.
The film has outperformed several major releases of 2025, including Salman Khan’s Sikandar (₹110 crore) and Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force (₹112 crore), and has climbed to the 7th spot among the highest-grossing Bollywood films of the year. It has also surpassed the lifetime collections of films like Kesari Chapter 2 (₹92 crore) and Jaat (₹88 crore).
Industry Praise and Cultural Impact
Industry heavyweights like Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, and Karan Johar have lauded Saiyaara for its fresh talent and emotional storytelling. Akshay Kumar notably hailed the film, stating, “A newcomers’ film doing well is the best thing for Bollywood.” Ranveer Singh’s heartfelt Instagram post praising the film prompted an emotional response from Ahaan Panday, who said, “Words don’t suffice when cinema himself is showing praise.”
Director Mohit Suri’s signature style, seen in previous hits like Aashiqui 2 and Ek Villain, has elevated Saiyaara to new heights. The film’s ₹60 crore budget, high for a newcomer-led project, has proven to be a wise investment by Yash Raj Films, with the movie achieving a historic opening and sustained momentum.
Looking Ahead
As Saiyaara enters its second week, it faces competition from upcoming releases like The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which is projected to have a strong debut. However, with no major Bollywood releases until Son of Sardaar 2 and Dhadak 2 on August 1, Saiyaara is expected to maintain its dominance at the box office.
With its current trajectory, Saiyaara is poised to break into the Top 5 Bollywood grossers of 2025 and has already secured its place among the Top 50 Hindi films of all time. The film’s ability to draw audiences without relying on star power underscores its universal appeal and marks a significant moment for Bollywood’s new generation of talent.
Disclaimer: Box office figures are based on early estimates from Sacnilk and may vary slightly as final numbers are updated.