Saiyaara

I'm not against anyone else's review, and I respect that everyone has their own perspective when it comes to movies. However, after watching this film, I couldn't help but feel that most of the reviews floating around seem overly hyped and, frankly, a little too positive to be genuine. It's a Yash Raj movie, so expectations were naturally high, but in my honest opinion, it doesn't quite live up to the buzz.

Let me start by saying that I went into the movie with an open mind. Yash Raj Films has given us some unforgettable classics, and their name alone usually guarantees a certain level of quality. That said, just having a big banner and a great cast doesn't automatically make a movie exceptional. For me, this one fell short in many areas, especially when it comes to the story.

The plot felt like something we've seen before-a romantic drama that brings nothing new to the table. In fact, the whole vibe reminded me a lot of Aashiqui-the same old tragic love story template, only with a slightly happier twist at the end. There's no harm in using familiar themes if they're executed well, but here, the narrative lacked depth. The emotions didn't hit as hard as they should have, and the dialogues were pretty average. Honestly, I was waiting for that one moment that would make me go, "Wow, this is why everyone is praising it," but it never came.

What surprised me even more is how every review I've seen calls this a "masterpiece" or "one of the best romantic films in recent times." That feels exaggerated. Sure, the cinematography was beautiful, the music was decent, and the lead actors delivered solid performances. But if we're talking about storytelling-the backbone of any film-I found it lacking originality. Everything felt predictable, from the first meeting to the conflict to the eventual resolution.

Now, I completely understand that everyone has different tastes. What might seem dull and repetitive to me could be deeply moving for someone else. And that's okay. Movies are subjective experiences, and that's what makes art beautiful. However, I can't shake the feeling that some of these glowing reviews are either influenced by the big production house backing the movie or are part of an intentional push to create hype. It's something we've seen happen before-manufactured buzz to draw crowds to the theater.

I also want to be fair. The movie does have its positives. Like I mentioned earlier, the visuals are stunning, and some of the songs are genuinely good. If you're someone who just wants a light romantic film with glamorous sets and beautiful faces, you might enjoy it more than I did. But if you go in expecting something groundbreaking or emotionally intense, you might walk out feeling a bit underwhelmed.

At the end of the day, this is just my personal opinion. I could be completely wrong, and maybe I'm missing something that others connected with deeply. I'm sharing this not to discourage anyone from watching the film, but to add a different perspective to the conversation. Reviews, whether positive or negative, should always reflect honesty, and this is mine.

So, if you're planning to watch it, go with an open mind. Don't get carried away by the hype-experience it for yourself and decide. Who knows, you might end up loving it! For me, though, it's just an average film that doesn't justify the overwhelming praise it's getting online.

Again, this is just my thought. It may not be right, but I felt like sharing.

Saiyaara is one of those films that looked really promising before release - with all the social media buzz and hype, I genuinely expected something powerful and emotional. But sadly, it didn't live up to any of it. The story is predictable, and while it tries to portray the strength of love, it never really hits that emotional depth. While the cast delivered decent performances, it often felt like they were acting rather than truly living the characters. The movie moves smoothly, but there's zero surprise or thrill, and the first half is almost boring. The music is probably the only thing that stands out, along with a few nicely shot scenes. Some people might still find it good depending on their taste, but personally, I felt it was just average - nothing close to what the pre-release buzz promised. It's a 6/10 for me. In comparison, Shiddat had everything Saiyaara was missing - real emotion, a gripping love story, and characters you actually connect with. Shiddat is easily a 10/10 for romantic drama lovers, while Saiyaara just feels like a film that couldn't match its own hype.

After a long time a good romantic movie from Bollywood. I had everage expectations from the movie. Definitely got more than i expected. Healing kind of movies is not a common genre in bollywood. My favourite part is when both soul get healed together. I liked the starting, the middle, the end . The movie was able to keep my dopamine level on track, keep me seated and finish the movie in one go. The character development was good specially the female lead did great job. Female lead and male lead both did good job considering their first project. The songs gave ashique 2, malang, ek villain vibe at a time. After a long time a movie's tracks touched my soul. I didnt feel bored for a single moment. The teens now a days can relate with the movie well. The plot overflow was smooth. Though they mentioned that its a remake but i liked how they modified the plot. The healing moments between broken souls healed a part of me also. After a long time satisfied with a bollywood movie. Definitely a healing journey worth watching.

Saiyaraa comes across as a heartfelt yet heavily inspired romantic drama that feels like a cinematic blend of three well-known films across different languages. The emotional journey of the male lead becoming a superstar after losing his love strongly mirrors Rockstar (2011), where grief fuels creative brilliance. A major part of the story unfolds in a remote, serene location reminiscent of Shankar's I (2015), suggesting the characters' need for escape and transformation. But the most striking parallel is with 50 First Dates (2004), where the female lead suffers from Alzheimer's-like memory loss, forgetting the hero each day, while he patiently reminds her of their bond - a direct emotional echo of Henry and Lucy's story. While Saiyaraa succeeds in delivering powerful performances, beautiful visuals, and a touching storyline, its lack of originality is hard to ignore. The film, though emotionally moving, seems more like a curated homage to its cinematic predecessors than a standalone masterpiece.

Rockstar and Ashiqui 2 were works of art, this is not. It's just a successful effort to rekindle the emotion of being in relentless love. There are only three kinds of films that are hit. Ones that touch your heart, that make you ponder, and those that do both. It falls in the first category, and just because the audience has been long deprived of a good love story. An opportunity.

What would have made it a great film then?

Had Mohit Suri not answered the question in his mind: what's worse, life sentence, or a death penalty. Great effort, but not a Kubrickan one. He'd do better subsequently.