New Delhi:
Sayara Won the People’s Choice Award at the NAB IFFM (Indian Film Festival of Melbourne) Awards 2026 at the 17th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) Awards 2026. This recognition was a testament. Sayara’s Popularity with a global audience and this forged connection with them.
Rani Mukerji received the award and spoke highly of why the film worked, praising Mohit Suri and the lead actors Ahan Pandey and Aneet Padda. She also shared a sweet comment that inspired her husband, producer Aditya Chopra, to create such love stories.
She said, “Well, I would like to say that I had no contribution in this film. But my contribution was only that I was the love of my husband’s life, so he is very motivated to make love stories.”
She added, “I would like to say that Mohit Suri is an amazing filmmaker. Aneet, Ahaan, everyone involved. SayaraTeam, because I don’t think any film gets an award without the hard work of the entire team. Of course, the music director, lyricist, and of course, this award is given Sayara Thank you all. You are the people because of which this award is given Sayara, So thanks to all the viewers around the world for giving so much love Sayara. Thank you.”
Sayara Produced by Akshay Vidhini under the banner Yashraj Films (YRF) and presented by Aditya Chopra.
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Released in July last year, the musical romance emerged as the biggest hit of 2025.
Starring newcomers Ahan Pandey and Aneet Padda, the film grossed Rs 577 crore worldwide.
It became the second highest-grossing Indian film of the year and the highest-grossing romantic film in Indian cinema history.
The film also marked a significant turning point for its lead actors. Sayara introduced Ahan Pandey to Bollywood, while Aneet Padda, who had previously appeared in Kajol’s film. Hello VenkyStepped into his first major role with the project.
The story follows Krish, a struggling musician, who falls in love with Vani Batra, an aspiring journalist and poet.
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