Salman Khan’s much-anticipated film Sikandar hit the theatres during Eid, a time when fans were hoping for a big box office success. However, the movie’s performance so far has been a bit underwhelming, especially compared to Salman’s previous releases.
Sikandar’s Slow Start on Opening Day
The Sikandar Box Office collection didn’t show the explosive numbers one might expect from a Salman Khan film on an Eid release. On its opening day, the film earned Rs 26 crore, which is considered a relatively low figure for a Salman movie. This result has left many fans disappointed, as they had high hopes for a grand Eid release. The film’s first-day collection is among the lowest for Salman in recent years.
Day 2: A Small Boost but Still Underwhelming
On Day 2, which was Monday, March 31, the film’s box office collection rose to Rs 14.56 crore, according to early estimates. This brings the total collection to Rs 40.56 crore so far. However, despite the slight improvement, the film still faces a significant challenge in filling theatres and drawing large crowds. The occupancy rates for Sikandar have been low, especially in key markets like Mumbai, where the highest occupancy was just above 10%. This indicates that audiences are not flocking to see the film in the numbers expected for an Eid release.
Comparing to Other Salman Films
When compared to Salman Khan’s past hits, Sikandar is falling short. For example, Tiger Zinda Hai had a much stronger opening, and other blockbuster films of 2025 like Chhaava, L2: Empuraan, and Thandel have all performed better. Even Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023), which had a relatively lower performance, did better than Sikandar on its opening day. To make matters worse, the female lead, Rashmika Mandanna, had a massive hit with her film Chhaava, which grossed Rs 31 crore on its opening day alone.
Eid 2025 Expectations Fall Short
Eid is traditionally a time when Salman Khan films do extremely well at the box office. Films like Sultan (2016) had set high standards, with Sultan collecting Rs 36.54 crore on its opening day. But Sikandar has struggled to match these numbers, leaving fans wondering if the film will live up to its potential. Initial hopes of a Rs 50 crore opening day are now far out of reach, with the current collection still far from that target.
Mixed Reviews from Critics and Fans
The reviews for Sikandar have been mixed. The film currently holds a 5.0 rating on IMDb and 50% on Rotten Tomatoes, suggesting that many viewers are not overly impressed. While some fans have appreciated the dramatic plot and action, others have criticized the screenplay for being weak and the performances lackluster. There’s also some frustration with the film’s editing and visual effects, with some fans questioning what went wrong with Salman’s performance.
Despite the criticisms, some fans are still calling Sikandar a “must-watch” and rating it highly, but the overall response suggests the film didn’t quite meet the expectations for a Salman Khan Eid release.
What’s Next for Sikandar?
As the Eid weekend comes to an end, fans and industry experts are curious about the film’s future at the box office. Will Sikandar pick up momentum in the coming days, or will it continue to struggle? Only time will tell, but so far, the film hasn’t been able to live up to the hype surrounding it.
