Saiyaara Review: Mohit Suri Weaves A Love Story Thats Fresh & Timeless, Starring Ahaan Panday & Aneet Padda

In Saiyaara, director Mohit Suri returns with what he does best — weaving an emotional tapestry of love, heartbreak, and healing, anchored in haunting melodies and raw performances. With debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, Suri crafts a poignant love story that feels both fresh and timeless.

The world of Saiyaara pulls you in from the very get go, drenched in emotions that leave your with glances that speak louder than words and, wherein music becomes a character breathing life into the story! Every note and lyric moves the story forward and lingers long after the film has ended.

Aneet Padda is a breath of fresh; an actress with the right balance of grace, beauty and innocence yet powerful in her screen presence. Silently but beautifully blending and slaying every emotion and scene!

On the other hand, what came as a surprise and, a very good one was Ahaan Panday, who left quite an impression with his vulnerability shining through the intense emotions of anger, longing and heartbreak. Together, they share a chemistry that feels lived-in, not performed.

The story follows two passionate lovers navigating a rollercoaster romance, facing euphoric highs and crushing lows while desperately clinging to their tumultuous bond. Now, while the plot follows a familiar terrain — love found, love tested, love transformed — it’s the storytelling, the atmosphere, and the emotionally charged moments that elevate it beyond the ordinary.

Mohit Suri has given yet another gem of a film, that is intimate and poetic. A film that's lush and lyrical — capturing love in its most fragile yet intense moments.

Final Verdict:

Saiyaara isn’t just a film — it’s a feeling. Watch it, if you crave soulful storytelling, passionate performances, and melodies that tug at your heart.

Rating: ★★★★☆ (⅘)