India, March 3 -- In one of the most unexpected success stories of 2025, debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda have taken the box office by surprise with their romantic drama Saiyaara. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film has emerged as one of last year's highest-grossing releases, alongside big-ticket titles like Dhurandhar and Chhaava.

Despite minimal pre-release promotions, Saiyaara struck a chord with audiences, largely due to the fresh pairing of Ahaan and Aneet. Clips of packed theatres and emotional audience reactions quickly surfaced online, further amplifying the film's popularity.

Among the many viral moments, one particular video drew widespread attention. A man in a Mumbai cinema hall was seen watching Saiyaara while hooked up ...