Overview

• ‘Sikandar’ opened to ₹26 crore domestically and ₹54 crore worldwide on its first day, falling short of expectations and trailing behind recent Bollywood releases.
• A pre-release piracy leak impacted the film’s financial prospects, with pirated copies removed from 600 websites but reportedly continuing to circulate.
• Critics have panned the film for its outdated screenplay, lackluster performances, and weak emotional depth, with Rashmika Mandanna and Sathyaraj receiving particular criticism.
• Fan-driven promotional efforts, including a viral ticket-buying gesture and Salman Khan’s interactions with fans in Dubai, highlight his enduring popularity despite the film’s struggles.
• The film’s high ₹200 crore budget raises concerns about its ability to recover costs, especially with mixed to negative word-of-mouth and stiff competition at the box office.