‘Saiyaara’ Day 13 Box Office: Ahaan Panday Starrer Crosses ₹270 Crore, Hits Lowest Daily Collection on Second Wednesday Dip
The romantic drama Saiyaara, starring debutant Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, has crossed a major milestone at the box office by collecting over ₹270 crore in just 13 days. However, on its second Wednesday, the film witnessed its steepest drop in daily earnings so far, sparking discussion among analysts about whether the film’s golden run is starting to plateau.
Released amid high anticipation, Saiyaara opened to strong reviews and an impressive first weekend, raking in nearly ₹90 crore in just three days. Word of mouth and the film’s youthful appeal helped it maintain momentum through the first week, crossing the ₹200 crore mark by Day 9. By the end of its second weekend, the film had comfortably reached ₹250 crore, thanks to a strong audience turnout in both urban multiplexes and single screens in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
However, Day 13 (the second Wednesday) saw a significant slowdown in collections. According to early estimates, the film earned between ₹4.5 and ₹5 crore on Day 13—a considerable dip compared to its average weekday collections from the previous week. This marks the film’s lowest single-day figure since its release and is being seen as a sign that the initial euphoria may be waning.
Trade analysts suggest that the drop was expected, as weekday dips are common during the second week of most big releases. Still, the steepness of the decline has caught some by surprise, especially considering the film’s strong hold during its first 10 days. The release of new films this week and the beginning of the working week have likely contributed to the slowdown in footfall.
Despite the drop, Saiyaara continues to dominate the box office charts and remains one of the top-grossing Bollywood films of the year so far. The film’s performance is especially noteworthy considering that it features newcomers in lead roles. Ahaan Panday, cousin of actress Ananya Panday, has garnered praise for his on-screen presence, while Aneet Padda has also been lauded for her compelling performance.
The film, directed by Rajeev Ravi, has been praised for its fresh narrative, soulful music, and strong cinematography. The chemistry between the leads has struck a chord with younger audiences, helping the film find a strong footing on social media platforms and among Gen Z viewers.
Looking ahead, industry experts believe Saiyaara still has the potential to cross the ₹300 crore mark, provided it holds steady over the next weekend. Much will depend on the film’s third-week performance and whether word-of-mouth can sustain audience interest amid newer releases.
In conclusion, while Saiyaara experienced its lowest box office collection on Day 13, its overall performance remains impressive. The ₹270 crore milestone is a remarkable achievement for a debut-led film, and despite mid-week setbacks, it continues to chart a successful course at the box office.
