Ameesha Patel opposes comparisons between Saiyaara and Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai: 'Tune is enough to give goosebumps'

Amisha Patel made her Bollywood debut with Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai. Her on-screen chemistry with Hrithik Roshan, who also debuted with the film, won the hearts of fans, and it is still one of the most-loved films of all time. Likewise, Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday's debut film, Saiyaara, has been capturing hearts, and it has created a storm at the box office. In a new interview, Ameesha reacted to the comparisons between Saiyaara and Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai and also praised the debut performances of Ahaan and Aneet in Mohit Suri's film.

Ameesha Patel on comparisons between Saiyaara and Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai

In a new interview with Zoom, Ameesha Patel was asked about the comparisons between Saiyaara (2025) and her debut film, Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai (2000). The actress praised both Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday for their excellent performances in their debut movie, Saiyaara.

She said, "I think that first of all both of them did a tremendous job, and my congratulations to them. It was high time, this industry needs a few fresh faces and faces that run and people that love it and know how to create new actors it's very necessary."

Ameesha further added, "Saiyaara was a film, honestly, that the Gen Z grabbed more than at all levels, unlike a Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai, where you're still sitting 25 years down the line and you're discussing, and you know just the tune is enough to give goosebumps." 

She said that people still do the tag step, the hook step, and everything, and also highlighted how it’s “high time” the industry welcomed fresh faces. She said that Saiyaara is a film that Gen Z has embraced, noting its resonance and appeal to audiences.

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'Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai is a very happy film,' says Ameesha Patel

Reacting to the comparisons between Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai and Saiyaara, Ameesha said that Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai is a very happy film, and it had humour, music, and also double roles. "It was a massy commercial, downright romantic rom-com kind of film. It was not tragic in any way. So you can't compare apples and oranges. I'm just glad that Gen Z, so-called this new term, got a set of actors for them that they can relate to, and a film that they could grab onto," she said.

Watch Ameesha Patel and Hrithik Roshan's Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai on ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium).

About Saiyaara

Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri, follows the story of Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), an aspiring musician, who forms a deep connection with Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), a rising lyricist, through their musical journey. They deal with heartbreak while exploring their love for each other. Saiyaara is available for streaming on Netflix.

FAQs

Q: Is Saiyaara released on OTT?

A: Saiyaara will land on Netflix on September 12, 2025.

Q: Is Saiyaara a hit or flop?

A: Saiyaara is a resounding hit at the box office, declared a blockbuster and a major commercial success by mid-2025. The film has earned over Rs. 300 crore in India.

Q: Who are the actors in Saiyaara?

A: Saiyaara features Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday in the lead roles. The film is directed by Mohit Suri.