In a year filled with major cinematic releases, the romantic drama Saiyaara emerged as one of the most unexpected success stories of 2025. Starring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film, directed by Mohit Suri, managed to hold its own and was a huge success. However, alongside its box office success, one particular viral moment sparked an intense debate online where a fan was seen watching the movie in a theatre while hooked up to an IV drip. The footage of the man in the cinema hall quickly made the rounds on social media. While many viewers were touched by the fan’s dedication to the film, others were skeptical, suggesting that the incident might have been a calculated promotional stunt designed by the movie’s marketing team. Ahaan Panday has now officially addressed these speculations. In a recent conversation with Esquire India, he clarified the reality behind the viral clip, putting the rumours of a staged event to rest. Ahaan revealed that the team was just as surprised as the public and took the time to investigate the situation.
Ahaan explained, “You know what, that was actually a person who had dialysis. Mohit sir found out later because we were curious about how all of this was happening.” By confirming that the individual was undergoing a necessary medical procedure, he dismissed any claims that it was a marketing gimmick. Reflecting on why Saiyaara resonated so deeply with the audience, despite having minimal pre-release promotion, Ahaan suggested that viewers connected with the film’s lack of pretense. He shared, “For so many years, we had such a set way of thinking about how things had to be done. It became so rigid. Maybe people just wanted something with artists not trying to be perfect. Romance is not perfect. Love is never perfect.”
The film lived up to its appeal , grossing an estimated ₹570 crore worldwide. After this massive debut, Ahaan is preparing for his next venture which is an untitled action project directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. The film, which also stars Sharvari, is set to begin filming in Mumbai this month before moving its second schedule to the United Kingdom.
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