Sandeep Reddy Vanga has often been criticised for making films like Ranbir Kapoor's Animal and Shahid Kapoor's Kabir Singh. Despite severe backlash, Sandeep's films have been box office blockbusters. And while many aren't pleased with his movies, Mohit Suri is among those who love Sandeep's storytelling. During Saiyaara's promotions, the director admitted that he is a huge fan of Sandeep and loves his movies. Mohit Suri loves Sandeep Reddy Vanga films In an interview with Filmygyan, Mohit praised Sandeep's storytelling and recalled messaging the filmmaker after Animal was released. The Saiyaara director believes that everyone has the right to make their films, while audience has a right to like or dislike it. "I love his films. Hum banate hai use controversial (We make his films controversial). Ye same kahani aap kisi gangster ke sath karo — Bhatt sahab ne kiya hai Sadak mein. (You make Sandeep kind of films with a gangster, in fact, Mahesh Bhatt has made Sadak like that). We are from that school of cinema. Ram Gopal Varma has made such films too," he said. ALSO READ - Sandeep Reddy Vanga 'Waiting To Watch' Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara: Pure Mohit Suri Magic The director further mentioned, Very few people think Arjun Reddy and Kabir Singh have no difference. I feel there is a big difference between the two films. There is more emotion in the second part. I loved Animal. I messaged him during Animal that I am a Sandeep Reddy Vanga fan." Mohit Suri's upcoming film Meanwhile, on the work front, Mohit is gearing up for the release of his upcoming directorial, Saiyaara. It marks the Bollywood debut of Ahaan Panday, cousin of actress Ananya Panday. The young actor will be seen romancing Aneet Padda in Mohit's romantic musical. Backed by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara is scheduled for a theatrical release on July 18, 2025, clashing with Anupam Kher's Tanvi the Great.