Mumbai, July 22 -- It's been almost 12 years since Aashiqui 2 hit the screens and turned into a musical blockbuster. Starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor, the film not only ruled the box office but also the hearts of millions, catapulting its lead pair to instant stardom. But now, the 2013 hit is once again making headlines, all thanks to director Mohit Suri's latest romantic release, Saiyaara.

Interestingly, Saiyaara starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda has become a surprise hit and is drawing constant comparisons to Aashiqui 2. And there's a good reason for that. Mohit Suri recently confirmed that Saiyaara was originally conceptualised as Aashiqui 3. With its intense love story, and melodious music, the film mirrors the soul ...