Saiyaara grips country by an intense upsurge Internet claims more mortal than Covid-19
Saiyaara grips country by an intense upsurge
Internet claims more mortal than Covid-19
The country is gripped by an intense upsurge with the internet claiming it to be more mortal than Covid-19 pandemic.
After the July 18 release of the Mohit Suri directorial musical drama”Saiyaara” featuring fresh faces Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda and produced by Aditya Chopra, videos of young fans fainting mid-scene, erupting into dance in theatres, bowing on one knee to propose mid-climax, and tearing-off their clothes in excitement have gone viral. This isn’t a comment but a fact.
Citing an example: A twenty year old man made his entry into the theatre walked with an IV drip to watch the film “Saiyaara”. His followers claimed that he feared he may pass out of emotional distress.
The Saiyaara effect, a of now, shows no sign of slowing down notwithstanding it may seem absurd to many.
As per Netizens ticket sales are unparalleled and Saiyaara isn’t only a blockbuster but also a “health hazard”.
A few internet users, however, say the trend could be a promotional gimmick aimed at drawing more people to theatres.
Saiyaara revolves around a struggling singer, Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), who crosses paths with a struggling lyricist, Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda). As they collaborate on a song, sparks fly and the duo fall in love. But, Vaani is soon diagnosed with early onset of Alzheimer’s disease, threatening to disrupt their bond.
The film’s director, Mohit Suri, acknowledged for his romantic dramas directorial such as Awarapan, Ek Villain and Aashiqui 2, has once again aced his sorrowful, tragic romance storytelling.
In a viral video, a young woman was spotted lying unconscious on the floor of a theatre, with everyone around her trying to help her get back to senses. The end credits of Saiyaara and a heart-wrenching song played on the big screen above her.
Another viral video shows a shirtless man thumping his chest vehemently as if the heartbreak on-screen has affected him personally. Next to him, he had other fans cheering for him and encouraging him to indulge in antics.
A social media user posted a compilation video showing theatre audiences crying inconsolably during and after the screening.
But in the midst of chest-thumping and dramatic breakdowns, were netizens who frowned and rolled their eyes.
“Cringe overloaded” is the most common reaction to the viral videos online.
Social media influencer and comedian Harsh Beniwal shared a parody video, offering a hilarious take on how it would be if the overwhelmed Saiyaara
fans met in a room.
The Saiyaara effect has also prompted a discourse on Gen Z and their emotional intelligence.
Another netizen shared a compilation video of audiences reacting to Saiyaara. “Crazy scenes in theatres.
An X user criticised the film for having a negative influence on the younger generation. “Movies like this destroy the lives of many young people. Some even take their own lives after failing in love.”
Released on July 18 in theatres, the film has so far earned Rs 107.75 crore nett in India, according to industry data-tracking platform Sacnilk.
Saiyaara is now the third-highest opening weekend grosser among Hindi films released in 2025 and ss if now Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava
Rs 113.5 crore net and Housefull 5 (Rs 87.5 crore nett) are the only films ahead of the musical romance.
News Edit KV Raman
