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Saiyaaraa- A Tale of Love, Longing, and Destiny
Directed by: Mohit Surii
Starring: Kartik Aaryann, Tripti Dimrii,
Pankaj Tripathi
Genre: Romantic Drama
Release Date: July 19, 2024
Runtime: 2h 21min
Quick Verdict:
Saiyaara is a beautifully shot romantic drama that weaves emotions, music, and moments of raw intimacy into a soulful cinematic experience.
Set against the dreamy backdrops of Delhi and Manali, Saiyaara follows the emotionally charged story of Aarav (Kartik Aaryan), a free-spirited street artist, and Meher (Tripti Dimri), a fierce young journalist battling past trauma. Their paths cross when Aarav’s street art catches Meher’s attention during her assignment on urban youth culture. What begins as a casual connection soon evolves into a soul-stirring bond. But love isn’t always enough when fate, ambition, and secrets threaten to tear them apart.
What Worked:
Performances: Kartik Aaryan delivers his career-best performance-subtle, intense, and heartbreakingly real. Tripti Dimri is magnetic, portraying Meher’s vulnerability and strength with grace.
What Worked:
Performances: Kartik Aaryan delivers
his career-best performance-subtle, intense, and heartbreakingly real. Tripti Dimri is magnetic, portraying Meher’s vulnerability and strength with grace.
Direction: Mohit Suri returns to his
romantic-thriller roots with a mature, emotionally grounded story that avoids clichés.
Music: The soundtrack is a standout. From the title track “Saiyaara Re” to the melancholic “Khaali Pal,” every song enhances the emotional arc.
Visuals: Breathtaking cinematography with golden-hour lighting, slow pans, and dreamy close-ups. Manali’s mountain vistas add to the film’s poetic charm.
Dialogues: Simple yet powerful-especially during the film’s emotional high points.
What Could Be Better:The second act feels slightly stretched, with a few repetitive scenes that could have been tighter.The subplot involving Meher’s past, though important, is resolved a bit too conveniently.Performance Highlights:Kartik Aaryan as Aarav: Charismatic and vulnerable. His monologue under the rain is an emotional gut-punch.Tripti Dimri as Meher: A layered, complex performance that leaves a lasting impression.Pankaj Tripathi (supporting role): Offers subtle wisdom and humor, grounding the film in reality.
Cinematography & Visuals:
Every frame of Saiyaara is carefully crafted-whether it’s the reflection of city lights in puddles, or slow-motion montages of the leads dancing in the rain. Cinematographer Ayananka Bose paints the film like a romantic canvas.
Final Thoughts:
Saiyaara is not just a movie-it’s a feeling. A journey through love that doesn’t always promise a happy ending, but does offer truth, healing, and beauty. For lovers of emotional storytelling and musical romances, this one is a must-watch.
Rating:
★★★★1/2 (4.5/5)
