Did 'Saiyaara' copy 2019 short film? Singer-filmmaker makes shocking claims
What's the story
The 2025 blockbuster Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri and starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is facing serious allegations of plagiarism from singer-filmmaker Amit Jadhav. He claims that the film's plot closely resembles his 2019 short film Khwaabon. In a recent interview with HT City, Jadhav revealed that he had previously tried to raise this issue but received no response from Yash Raj Films (YRF) Talent.
First communication
YRF reached out to him in 2022
Jadhav revealed that he received a direct message from YRF Talent on Instagram in 2022, but the purpose of their outreach was unclear. "I asked them which project they are reaching out to me for, but they didn't answer," he said. "A week after Saiyaara's release, my friends called me and said 'tera toh story same tha'. I was shocked." "I tried reaching out to them...even going to their office, but my friends said they won't entertain me or reply."
Seeking acknowledgment
Jadhav opened up about his mental health struggles
Jadhav also opened up about his mental health struggles, saying he went into depression while trying to turn Khwaabon into a feature. "I am a singer, so I kept getting work...I relaxed a bit because of that. But one day I almost committed suicide." Jadhav further clarified, "I am a part of the Screenwriters' Association, but I did not get the story registered in 2019 because it was a short film and out on a public platform as proof."
Follow-up correspondence
I should get some credit, says Jadhav
After the release of Saiyaara, Jadhav tried to contact YRF again. He wrote an email asking for clarification on the similarities between Saiyaara and Khwaabon. "I mailed twice, got no answer," he said. "I should get some credit. Or I can be cast in some role in some project. That's all I am seeking." YRF has not responded to Jadhav's claims yet.