Salman Khan's 'Sikandar' Opens to Mixed Reviews and Piracy Challenges

The action-drama collected ₹26 crore on its opening day but faced criticism for its outdated narrative and was leaked online before release, raising concerns about financial losses.

Salman Khan's 'Sikandar' earned ₹26 crore on its opening day, falling short of expectations and trailing behind Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava,' which collected ₹31 crore.
The film was leaked online hours before its release, with pirated copies removed from 600 websites, potentially impacting its box office performance.
Critics highlighted the film's outdated screenplay and weak direction by AR Murugadoss, with some describing it as one of Salman Khan's weaker films.
Despite mixed reviews, fan enthusiasm remained strong, with a fan purchasing 817 tickets worth ₹1.72 lakh for free distribution at a Mumbai theatre.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) approved the film with minor edits, including muting references to 'Home Minister' and blurring political hoardings.