The romantic blockbuster Saiyaara has added yet another milestone to its incredible journey. The film has won the Popular Choice Award at the prestigious Yellowstone International Film Festival 2025, marking a proud moment for the cast, crew, and fans. Directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara continues to shine as one of the most successful romantic dramas in recent Indian cinema.
⭐ Saiyaara Wins Big at Yellowstone International Film Festival
At a special ceremony held in Mumbai, Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, and director Mohit Suri accepted the honour on behalf of the team.
Widhani shared,
“Thank you Yellowstone International Film Festival — this is a great honor. It’s our first award for Saiyaara, so it’s really special.”
Mohit Suri, emotional about the recognition, said that receiving this award in his 20-year career made the moment even more memorable. The win highlights the film’s widespread impact and the love it has received from audiences.
🎬 Saiyaara: A Heartfelt Story of Dreams, Love & Destiny
The film follows Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), a passionate dreamer determined to become a music sensation, and Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), an ambitious aspiring journalist. Their love story unfolds amid ambition, societal expectations, and emotional turmoil, creating a narrative that resonated strongly with viewers across the globe.
The chemistry between Ahaan and Aneet has been one of the film’s most talked-about highlights, drawing comparisons to iconic debuts like Hrithik Roshan and Ameesha Patel in Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai.
🌟 New Talent Shines Bright
Saiyaara marks the big-screen debut of both Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. Their performances received widespread acclaim, earning them an instant fan base and positioning them as two of Bollywood’s most promising newcomers.
📈 A Record-Breaking Romantic Hit
The film has achieved several impressive milestones:
- Grossed ₹570 crore worldwide
- Highest-ever opening for debut actors
- First Hindi song from a film to enter the Billboard Top 10 Global List
- One of the highest-grossing romantic films in Indian cinema history
Supporting actors Varun Badola, Geeta Agrawal Sharma, Rajesh Kumar, Sid Makkar, Shaad Randhawa, and Alam Khan round out the powerful ensemble cast.
Story Highlights
- Saiyaara wins Popular Choice Award at Yellowstone International Film Festival 2025
- Directed by Mohit Suri, produced by Yash Raj Films
- Film grosses ₹570 crore worldwide, setting new records
- Debut performances by Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda win praise
- A musical romantic drama exploring love, ambition, and societal challenges
⭐ Final Word
With its emotional storytelling, chart-topping music, stellar performances, and massive commercial success, Saiyaara has cemented its place as one of the standout romantic films in modern Indian cinema. The latest award win is a testament to the film’s growing legacy — and great news for fans of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda.
