Madhur Bhandarkar praises Mohit Suri for Saiyaara

The new movie by YRF has garnered significant buzz in the days leading up to its release, with advance booking numbers breaking several records.

Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri, was released on Friday, July 18, and prior to its release, it had already generated significant buzz, with advance booking numbers breaking several records. The film stars debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda.

Madhur Bhandarkar lauds Mohit Suri for Saiyaara.

Mohit Suri’s romantic drama Saiyaara released on July 18. The Yash Raj Films-backed film will see debutants Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda. Despite no promotions featuring the debutant actors, the film generated significant buzz online ahead of its releas0065. Now, filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar has also lauded the makers on the day of the film’s release for breaking the myth of how a film is marketed.

What did Madhur Bhandarkar say about Saiyaara?

Taking to X, Bhandarkar wrote, “Saiyaara has shattered every myth about launching newcomers. No big names, no big PR, just raw talent and fearless storytelling. In an industry obsessed with stars, Saiyyara proved that audiences are ready for the unpredictable (folded hands emoticon). A bold reminder: It’s not about who you know. It’s about what you bring. Exciting times for Hindi cinema. Congratulations to @mohit11481 and team!! Kudos to @yrf for backing this!!” He added the hashtags ‘Game changer’, ‘New wave’, and ‘Break the myth.

Hansal Mehta also praises Mohit Suri.

Filmmaker Hansal Mehta also took to X to laud Mohit Suri for Saiyaara. He wrote, “Your moment has arrived @mohit11481. All the very best for Saiyaara. May your passion and love for movies and music be rewarded in all deserving ways. Much love.”

Saiyaara has managed to pull in ₹9.39 crore in advance bookings and is now looking at a ₹20+ crore opening day.