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Mohit Suri's 'Saiyaara,' starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, emerged as a surprise blockbuster in 2025, earning ₹327.90 crore in India. Despite a strong opening and initial momentum, the film experienced a significant slowdown in later weeks. However, it became the second-biggest Hindi hit of the year, solidifying Suri's position in the romantic genre and launching its lead actors.

In 2025, Bollywood saw a surprise. Two unexpected films, Saiyaara and Mahavatar Narsimha, became major successes. These films surpassed big-budget sequels. Saiyaara, a romance, resonated with its music and story. Mahavatar Narsimha, an animated epic, connected with families. These films proved original content can beat franchise films. They changed the industry's focus. The success was based on emotional connection.

Viineet Kumar Siingh and wife Ruchira Singh recently shared the first photos of their newborn son, celebrating his one-month milestone alongside Viineet’s birthday. The actor, known for 'Mukkabaaz' and 'Chhaava', continues to impress with roles in 'Rangeen' and 'Jaat', while embracing fatherhood joyfully.

Rajinikanth's Coolie has surged past expectations, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 overseas with USD 6.60 million in North America within nine days, surpassing Chhaava's lifetime collection. While Coolie dominates international markets, Chhaava remains the domestic box office king, earning a staggering Rs 601 crore in India, highlighting the contrasting performance of the two films in different markets.

Ashwin Kumar's Mahavatar Narsimha has achieved a historic feat, surpassing Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par to become the fifth-highest-grossing Hindi film of 2025. The mythological animation drama demonstrated remarkable staying power, maintaining strong collections despite competition from major releases like Saiyaara and War 2. Its success highlights the audience's growing interest in well-told stories rooted in Indian history and mythology.

Vivek Agnihotri has responded to John Abraham's criticism of films like 'The Kashmir Files' and 'Chhaava,' where Abraham stated such movies are detrimental to society. Agnihotri dismissed Abraham's opinion, questioning his expertise in history and politics. He suggested Abraham should stick to his strengths, such as action and physique, rather than commenting on filmmaking.