Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara Aims Big: Set to Beat Raid 2 on Day One?

Director Mohit Suri’s much-awaited romantic thriller Saiyaara is gearing up for a strong box office debut, with early projections suggesting it could enter the top three openers of 2025. The film, starring a fresh lead pair, is expected to surpass the opening day numbers of Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2, creating buzz both in metros and Tier 2 cities.

A Comeback with Expectations
Mohit Suri, known for hits like Aashiqui 2 and Ek Villain, returns to his comfort zone—emotion-driven thrillers with a musical soul. Saiyaara taps into that formula, but with a new-age twist. The anticipation has been building steadily thanks to a strong soundtrack and a mysterious trailer that leaves just enough unsaid.

Industry insiders say the film’s pre-release traction is similar to the momentum seen before Aashiqui 2, and the youth response on platforms like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts is adding to the pre-release hype.

Box Office Buzz
Trade analysts believe Saiyaara could open with a collection that overtakes Raid 2, which currently holds the third-highest day-one earnings of 2025. With major cities showing strong pre-bookings and Tier 2 regions like Indore, Bhopal, and Jaipur also reporting high interest, the film’s mass appeal is clear.

It’s not just about the urban crowd. Regional screens have seen a spike in ticket sales, indicating strong word-of-mouth anticipation even before release.

What’s Fueling the Craze?
A key reason behind the film’s growing buzz is its music. The soundtrack, already trending across streaming platforms, blends soulful ballads with high-energy numbers. For audiences in Tier 2 cities, this mix of emotion and melody often drives theater footfall.

Additionally, the film’s leads—though not big names yet—have caught attention for their chemistry and fresh screen presence. In smaller cities, where star power doesn’t always dictate turnout, content and connection matter more.

Conclusion
If early signs hold up, Saiyaara could mark a turning point for Bollywood this year. In a market that’s slowly rebuilding post-pandemic, a content-driven romantic thriller pulling crowds from across the board—metros to small towns—would signal that well-told stories still hold power. Whether it dethrones Raid 2 or not, Saiyaara seems to have already won half the battle.