Director Mohit Suri recently expressed heartfelt gratitude to fellow filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga for his early and open support of Suri’s latest romantic hit, *Saiyaara*.
A Filmmaker’s Gratitude
Mohit Suri, known for his successful romantic dramas, publicly acknowledged his admiration for Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Vanga is celebrated for his intense films like *Arjun Reddy*, *Kabir Singh*, and the recent blockbuster *Animal*.
Suri took to social media to share a heartfelt note of thanks. He specifically thanked Vanga for being the first to openly support *Saiyaara*, noting how much Vanga’s belief meant to him.
He praised Vanga’s unique craft, highlighting the “raw emotion, fearlessness and intensity” he brings to his stories. Suri emphasized that this reminds him of the true purpose of filmmaking: to connect with and move people.
Vanga’s Early Support
The appreciation from Suri stems from Vanga’s gesture on July 9. Sandeep Reddy Vanga had previously shared *Saiyaara*’s trailer on social media, offering his praise.
His caption lauded the film as a “hindi heartland love story completely emphasizing on romance and drama.” He also expressed his eagerness to watch it on the first day, attributing the film’s potential magic to Mohit Suri.
Mohit Suri had promptly replied to Vanga’s post at the time, expressing his sincere thanks for the support.
About Saiyaara
*Saiyaara* is an intense love story featuring two promising debutants, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. Ahaan is making his acting debut, while Aneet has previously appeared in web series and other films.
The film is produced by Aditya Chopra’s prestigious Yash Raj Films. It also includes a strong supporting cast with actors like Geeta Agarwal, Rajesh Kumar, Varun Badola, and Shaad Randhawa.
Box Office Triumph
*Saiyaara* has achieved phenomenal success at the box office, crossing the Rs 150 crore mark domestically within just six days of its release. On one particular Wednesday, it earned Rs 22 crore, pushing its total to an impressive Rs 155.75 crore.
Its opening weekend collection of Rs 84 crore set a new benchmark for romantic films in India. This figure surpassed the lifetime collections of other notable star-kid debut films, including Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan’s *Student of the Year* (Rs 70 crore) and Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khattar’s *Dhadak* (Rs 73 crore).
The film also stands as Mohit Suri’s highest-grossing opener, outperforming his previous hits like *Ek Villain*, *Aashiqui 2*, and *Murder 2*. Remarkably, it is the first and only romance film to gross over Rs 100 crore in its opening weekend.
Yash Raj Films has actively encouraged exhibitors to maintain affordable ticket prices. This strategy aims to ensure the film remains accessible to the young audience largely responsible for its massive success.
- Mohit Suri’s *Saiyaara* is a massive box office success, setting new records for romantic films.
- The film marks a strong debut for lead actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda.
- The public display of mutual respect between filmmakers Mohit Suri and Sandeep Reddy Vanga highlights industry camaraderie.
The overwhelming success of *Saiyaara* signals a promising resurgence for romance dramas in Bollywood, proving that heartfelt stories still resonate deeply with audiences.
