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Star Cast: Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda, Varun Badola Director: Mohit Suri Saiyaara Review: A Story That Loses Its Way in a Barrage of Absurdity Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara, a film that promised a fresh take on love and memory, unfortunately, ends up as a tedious and illogical melodrama. While the film’s first half shows a spark of promise, the second half descends into a sea of loopholes and predictable plot points, ultimately wasting the considerable talent of its young lead actors. The story, for all its emotional aspirations, feels synthetic and lacks the sensitivity required for its serious subject matter. The script, in particular, treats a condition like Alzheimer’s as a convenient plot device. The protagonist, Vaani, remembers and forgets things with a logic that serves only the screenplay, not the emotional reality of her situation. This lazy writing, along with a ridiculously stretched and absurd climax, turns a potentially heartfelt story into a frustrating watch. The dialogues are a mix of clichés and unoriginal lines, failing to leave any lasting impact. Performance Review: The most redeeming aspect of Saiyaara is undoubtedly its lead pair. Ahaan Panday makes a very confident debut, proving he has the makings of a star. He’s an able performer who fits his role perfectly, even though he needs to shed a certain Sanjay Dutt-like brooding hangdog persona. Aneet Padda is equally charming and graceful. Her performance is fine, and despite a few sequences where her expressions seem static, she holds her own and brings a definite charm to the screen. Seasoned actors like Varun Badola are criminally underused, while Alam Khan and Geeta Agrawal deliver impressive supporting performances in their small roles. Direction & Music: Director Mohit Suri seems unable to break free from his cinematic comfort zone. The direction feels stale, replicating the same old Vishesh Films style that has defined much of his recent work. The over-the-top melodrama and predictable emotional beats feel like a direct throwback to films that simply haven’t aged well. Similarly, the music, despite featuring talented lyricists like Irshad Kamil and Rajshekhar, is utterly humdrum. The songs and background score feel recycled and lack any originality, further contributing to the film’s overall sense of creative stagnation. The Last Word: Ultimately, Saiyaara is a huge letdown. It’s a classic case of myopic filmmaking sabotaging a promising start. While Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda shine brightly and prove their potential, they are let down by an absurd script and uninspired direction. This is a film that you can safely skip.