Google’s 2025 search trends have officially crowned Saiyaara as the most-searched film of the year, with Coolie, War 2, and Sanam Teri Kasam following closely behind. Reported by Shreyanka Mazumdar from News18.com.
This year’s biggest cinematic buzz wasn’t limited to theatres — it unfolded online with equal intensity.
Google’s newly released Year in Search 2025 list reveals more than just box-office winners. It highlights surprise breakout stars, nostalgic fan favourites, and films that kept audiences talking long after their release.
The top-ranked movies showcase a blend of fresh hits, franchise power, and revived cult classics — each trending for its own unique reason.
At No. 1 is Saiyaara, Mohit Suri’s romantic drama that became the year’s biggest online sensation.
Its rise to the top of Google searches was driven by a combination of fresh talent, captivating music, and the growing buzz around Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda as a new on-screen pair.
For many viewers, Saiyaara was more than just another film release — “it became a cultural moment that turned both lead actors into overnight talking points.”
Kantara Chapter 1: Rishab Shetty’s Mythic Prequel
Coming in second is the much-awaited prequel from Rishab Shetty, set in the mythic world fans first fell for in 2022. The film’s dark folklore vibes, dramatic promos and the promise of a deep, layered backstory kept interest high.
For many viewers, the search wasn’t about release dates — it was about digging into the world-building that made the original into a phenomenon.
Rajinikanth’s Coolie — Nostalgia Meets Mass Appeal
Coolie lands at No. 3, showing the sheer power of star presence. Rajinikanth’s return, combined with Anirudh Ravichander’s foot-thumping music and the film’s larger-than-life style, resonated with fans old and new. Even after the initial wave, online chatter didn’t die — talk of a possible Coolie 2 kept it alive for months.
War 2: Jr NTR’s big, Bollywood Debut
The action film War 2 drew huge searches, despite underwhelming box office returns. The hype centred on Jr NTR’s big, Bollywood debut alongside Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani — a casting that stirred immense curiosity. Ultimately, even if ticket sales didn’t match the buzz, online searches proved the film remained the talk of social media and fan forums.