Before Saiyaara drops on OTT, revisit these tragic romantic movies that will leave you in tears

Mohit Suri's Saiyaara is set to drop on Netflix on September 12. Now is the perfect time to explore tragic romance movies on OTTplay Premium that will leave you teary-eyed.

Poster of Saiyaara

Blockbuster Saiyaara is about to make its digital debut on Netflix on September 12. The romance drama captivated the audiences for 53 days straight since its theatrical release on July 18. The Mohit Suri-directorial has outshined several rival movies like Dhadak 2, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, Param Sundari, and more. As you prepare to watch Saiyaara on OTT, it's the perfect time to explore tragic romance movies on OTTplay Premium that will leave you teary-eyed.

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Romance movies with tearjerker moments:

Rockstar

The central theme that makes this movie extremely tragic is Heer's illness and death, leaving Jordan devastated and completing his transformation into a rockstar at a great personal cost. Rockstar explores the rags-to-riches journey of a musician, his love story and the pursuit of his romance that leads him down a painful path. The movie also gained popularity due to its soulful soundtrack.

Dil Bechara

This romance drama is Sushant Singh Rajput's last movie before his death in 2020. Dil Bechara is the Hindi cinematic adaptation of John Green's book The Fault in Our Stars. The book was first adapted into the Hollywood namesake movie in 2014. The plot revolves around two young lovers and their struggles as they both suffer from terminal cancer. Actor Sushant died before the film's release, making Dil Bechara popular.

Masaan

Vicky Kaushal made his acting debut with this movie in 2015. Masaan is mostly known for its tragic storyline, which is rooted in the harsh realities of India's rigid social differences. Rather than relying on melodrama, the movie creates emotional moments with each character's personal struggles with shame, loss of their beloved, and the oppressive forces of caste and patriarchy.

A Star is Born

Actor Bradley Cooper made his directorial debut with this musical romance drama in 2018. This movie has been remade multiple times since 1937, and the Cooper-starrer is the fourth remake. A Star is Born presents a tragic portrait of love, addiction, and self-destruction, combining heartwarming romance with heartbreaking despair. It follows the parallel arcs of a musician's rise and another's fall, leading to a devastating ending that resonates with many viewers.

Brokeback Mountain

Starring (Late) Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal in the leads, the movie is considered a tearjerker due to its profound themes of loneliness and societal taboos while narrating a LGBTQ+ romance tale. Brokeback Mountain's tragic narrative and powerful ending are particularly potent in eliciting a strong emotional response from the audience. The movie depicts the harsh realities of homophobia in the 1960s, which prevents the characters from publicly expressing their love for each other.

FAQs:

Q. When and where to watch Saiyaara online?

A. Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Saiyaara is coming to Netflix on September 12, 2025.

Q. Is Saiyaara a hit or flop?

A. Saiyaara was a massive box office hit, grossing over Rs 568 crore worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing Indian romantic film of 2025.

Q. Does Saiyaara have a sad ending?

A. No, Saiyaara does not have a sad ending; it has a happy, optimistic, and hopeful ending despite the presence of serious challenges like Alzheimer's disease.

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