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A Global Nod for Indian Cinema: The Record-Breaking Romance Claims the Popular Choice Award. In a massive victory for Indian cinema on the global stage, the musical romantic drama Saiyaara has clinched the prestigious Popular Choice Award at the Yellowstone International Film Festival (YIFF) 2025. The win solidifies the film’s blockbuster status, which has already shattered box office records, collecting nearly ₹570 crore worldwide.
From Box Office King to Festival Favorite
The movie’s director, Mohit Suri (known for hits like Aashiqui 2), introduced new actors, Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. The film’s team won the award at a ceremony in Mumbai. Director Suri and the YRF boss, Akshaye Widhani, accepted the trophy. Suri got very emotional because, despite his long career, this was his first major award in 20 years. He was happy this big win happened with his first movie for YRF.
Inspired by DDLJ, Making History with Billboard
Director’s Inspiration and Personal Win The director, Mohit Suri, got emotional when he spoke about his past. He said that watching the classic movie, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), when he was a child first gave him the idea to become a filmmaker.
Global Success and Record-Breaking Music
The movie’s success was huge, both at home and internationally.
- The film’s main song made history: It was the first Hindi song ever to appear on the global Billboard Top 10 List (a major sign of global popularity).
Team Recognition
YRF CEO Widhani (the boss) strongly praised the director’s amazing work. He said the film’s big commercial success was proof of the great effort put in by everyone—the whole cast and crew.
The Award’s Meaning
The Popular Choice Award is very important because it was decided by audience votes. This win shows that high-quality Indian films are continuing to connect strongly with people all around the world.
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