The Mohit Suri-directed Saiyaara starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is showing no signs of slowing down. After a thunderous opening weekend and record-breaking weekday performance, the film has now added another feather to its cap by registering the second-highest first Wednesday box office collection of 2025. With a remarkable Rs. 22 crore nett haul on its sixth day, Saiyaara has officially surpassed the Wednesday numbers of major star-studded releases like Sitaare Zameen Par (Rs. 7.51 crore), Housefull 5 (Rs. 7 crore), and Raid 2 (Rs. 4.81 crore).
The only film ahead of Saiyaara on this list remains Chhaava, which had clocked Rs. 32.40 crore on its first Wednesday. However, considering the fact that Saiyaara is led by two fresh faces—Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda—and not backed by a major franchise or holiday weekend, its Wednesday numbers are a significant milestone not only for the film but for the industry at large.
This consistent performance, particularly on weekdays, highlights the film’s extraordinary word-of-mouth traction. The narrative of Saiyaara—a modern-day romance grounded in realism and powered by a universally resonant soundtrack—has struck a chord with audiences across demographics. The story, its music, and the sincerity of performances have driven footfalls steadily, even as bigger-budget and more commercially formulaic films have struggled to maintain momentum beyond the weekend.
What makes Saiyaara’s feat especially commendable is its uphill climb in a crowded release calendar, with competition both at the box office and on streaming platforms. Yet, the film continues to dominate conversations, social media trends, and most importantly, ticket counters.
Trade experts attribute Saiyaara’s success to multiple factors: Mohit Suri’s signature touch in handling intense emotional drama, a chart-topping music album that has become a national sensation, and the unexpected freshness of its lead cast. The fact that it has edged past projects backed by established stars and franchises on a working weekday reinforces the idea that content-driven cinema—when done right—can hold its own even without conventional star power.
With Thursday and the second weekend ahead, all eyes are on whether Saiyaara can continue its dream run and cement its place as one of 2025’s most successful and culturally significant films.
Highest First Wednesday Grossers of 2025 at a glance:
Chhaava – Rs. 32.40 cr
Saiyaara – Rs. 22 cr
Sitaare Zameen Par – Rs. 7.51 cr
Housefull 5 – Rs. 7 cr
Sky Force – Rs. 6.60 cr
Raid 2 – Rs. 4.81 cr