Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda’s Saiyaara is no longer just a romantic film; it has become a nationwide phenomenon. The movie, which broke several box office records, is finally on OTT. Now, those who missed the movie in theatres can log in to their Netflix accounts and watch it anytime, anywhere. Saiyaara dropped on OTT on September 12, and fans have already showered it with a significant amount of love. They also defended the romantic film against the backlash it received due to the viral videos of fans crying inside theatres.
Why did Saiyaara receive backlash during its theatrical release?
Saiyaara gave Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda an ideal debut, one that set the stage for bigger things in the future. Their movie grossed Rs. 577 crore worldwide, becoming the second-highest-grossing Indian film of 2025. However, like everything else, Saiyaara faced its fair share of criticism. It was primarily due to viral Instagram reels and YouTube shorts showcasing audience reactions – crying, getting breathless, and creating overly emotional scenes in theatres.
