Saiyaara Fever: Fans Arrive With IV Drips, Pass Out In Theatres; Ahaan Panday’s Debut Creates A Storm

Mohit Suri’s 'Saiyaara' starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda is more than a box office hit, it's a cultural sensation. From IV drip fans to viral memes, here’s how Gen Z is reacting to the emotional wave.
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Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara is more than just a box office hit, it’s quickly becoming a cultural wave. With its intense take on love and heartbreak, the debut film of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda has clearly hit an emotional chord with Gen Z. So much so that fans are reacting in some truly over-the-top and unexpected ways.

A video that’s now gone viral on Reddit shows a young man sitting in a movie theatre, teary-eyed and watching ‘Saiyaara,’ all while being hooked up to an IV drip. He looks completely caught up in the emotions of the film. And that’s just one example. Many other similar videos are popping up across social media, showing people crying, getting emotional, or even jokingly acting out dramatic reactions. Clearly, Saiyaara has become more than just a movie, it’s a full-blown internet moment. Let’s take a closer look at what’s going on.

Fans Arrive With IV Drips To Watch Saiyaara

Ahaan Panday made his Bollywood debut with ‘Saiyaara,’ starring opposite Aneet Padda. Released on Friday, July 18, 2025, the romantic drama opened with an impressive ₹21.25 crore at the box office. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film quickly gained momentum not just for its success on the silver screen but for the emotional storm it has stirred among fans.

However, the film has become more than just a hit as it’s creating an intense emotional buzz. From packed theatres to trending videos online, Saiyaara is sparking powerful reactions. Viewers aren’t just watching the movie, they are feeling it deeply. Emotional outbursts, dramatic reactions, and heartfelt posts are flooding social media platforms.

Among the many over-the-top reactions to Saiyaara, one video has truly stood out and has now become symbolic of what fans are calling the ‘Saiyaara virus.’ A young fan named Faisal, who also identifies as an artist, was filmed watching the movie in a theatre while hooked up to an IV drip. Sitting beside a friend, Faisal was visibly emotional, with tears streaming down his face as he remained fully immersed in the film.

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Saiyaara Virus Hits Fans

The video quickly made rounds on Reddit and Instagram, drawing a mix of amusement and concern. Some questioned his priorities, “Bhai bimar h tu Allah ko yaad kar, Saiyaara se kaam na chale,” one user commented. Another remarked, “Itni dedication? Hospital se uth kar film dekhne aa gaya?”

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However, Faisal isn’t alone. Across India, several videos have surfaced showing fans breaking down, screaming, or even fainting during screenings. Some theatres are reportedly experiencing chaos not seen since releases like ‘Dhoom’ or ‘Aashiqui 2.’ Comparisons are also being drawn to the ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’ craze, where heartbroken viewers found themselves weeping openly in cinema halls, a pattern now repeating with ‘Saiyaara.’

Since Saiyaara marks Ahaan Panday’s big-screen debut, emotions are running high within his family. A video of his sister, Alanna Panday, has gone viral on social media, capturing her heartfelt reaction after watching the film. The clip opens with Alanna walking into a room and saying, “I haven’t cried that much in a while,” before breaking down and hugging her mother, Deanne Panday, who also became emotional. As she wiped her tears, Alanna’s husband, Ivor McCray stepped in to comfort her with a hug.

Saiyaara Memes Go Viral

On social media, the emotional frenzy around Saiyaara is showing no signs of slowing down. In true internet fashion, netizens have now turned this wave of raw emotion into meme-worthy content. From skits mimicking dramatic movie reactions to jokes about needing tissues, IV drips, or even therapy after watching Saiyaara, the film has officially become a pop culture moment.

Saiyaara Box Office Collection

It’s not just the emotional fan frenzy that’s turning heads, ‘Saiyaara’ is making history at the box office too. As per an official statement from Yash Raj Films, the film earned an impressive ₹21.25 crore on its opening day in India. The studio confirmed that this marks the biggest opening ever for a film led by debut actors, the highest Day 1 collection for a romantic drama, and the best opening of director Mohit Suri’s career.

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Whatever the reactions, be it emotional outbursts, viral memes, or over-the-top fan moments, there’s no denying that Saiyaara has gone viral. The film has struck a chord with audiences, especially Gen Z, turning it into more than just a movie release, it’s now a full-blown cultural trend.

Keep reading Herzindagi for more such stories.

Credits: YRF Youtube/Twitter/Alanna Panday Instagram


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