Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Mohit Suri Directed "Saiyaara" Despite Filmmaker Doubts
Mohit Suri made a romantic movie called "Saiyaara" with new actors.
He got the idea after watching a documentary about how romantic films can be successful even when big action movies are popular.
Some experienced filmmakers told him it was a bad idea, and that no one would watch it, especially in theaters.
But Suri wanted to make a love story for young people to enjoy, and that's why he made the film.
Mohit Suri directed "Saiyaara", a newcomer romantic film.
Suri faced discouragement from senior filmmakers who doubted the film's success.
The film was conceived after Suri watched "The Romantics" documentary.
Suri felt the need for a love story aimed at young audiences.
Suri's motivation stemmed from wanting to create a romantic film for youngsters.
- Who
- Mohit Suri and the team behind "Saiyaara".
- What
- Mohit Suri directed a newcomer romantic film, "Saiyaara".
- When
- The film was made after the trend of large-scale movies post-COVID.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- Suri wanted to create a love story for young audiences, inspired by "The Romantics".
Traditional Filmmaking Perspective
Suri's Perspective
Film type
Traditional Filmmaking Perspective
Making a newcomer love story is a waste of money and time.
Suri's Perspective
Suri's decision to create a love story.
- Director
- Mohit Suri
- Film Genre
- Romantic
- Target Audience
- Youngsters
- Inspiration
- "The Romantics" documentary
- Core Theme
- First love, heartbreak