Bollywood superstar Salman Khan made his much-awaited return to the big screen this Eid with Sikandar, an action-packed thriller directed by A.R. Murugadoss. The film, which also stars Rashmika Mandanna, was expected to deliver a massive opening, given Salman’s track record of ruling the box office during the festive season. However, despite significant pre-release buzz, Sikandar opening day collection failed to match Salman Khan’s past Eid blockbusters.
Sikandar Box Office Collection Day 1
According to early estimates by Sacnilk, Sikandar collected ₹26 crore on its opening day. While the numbers seem decent, they fall short of Salman Khan’s past Eid releases, which have traditionally opened to much higher figures.
One possible reason for this underwhelming start could be the film’s Sunday release, which may have affected the first-day collection. Additionally, Sikandar failed to surpass the opening day numbers of Vicky Kaushal’s historical drama Chhaava, which collected ₹31 crore on its first day.
How Does Sikandar Compare to Salman Khan’s Past Eid Blockbusters?
Salman Khan has long dominated the Eid box office, delivering some of Bollywood’s biggest openers. Here’s a comparison of Sikandar’s first-day earnings with his previous Eid blockbusters:
| Movie | Release Year | Opening Day Collection |
|---|---|---|
| Sultan | 2016 | ₹36.54 crore |
| Bharat | 2019 | ₹42.30 crore |
| Tiger 3 | 2023 | ₹53.3 crore |
| Sikandar | 2025 | ₹26 crore |
Clearly, Sikandar opening day numbers are significantly lower than Salman’s past Eid releases, raising concerns about the film’s long-term box office potential.
Star Cast & Crew of Sikandar
Despite the slow start, Sikandar boasts a stellar star cast and a high-octane action-packed storyline.
- Salman Khan in the lead role
- Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead
- Kajal Aggarwal in a pivotal role
- Prateik Babbar, Satyaraj, Kishore, and Sharman Joshi in supporting roles
- Directed by A.R. Murugadoss
Can Sikandar Pick Up Over the Weekend?
While Sikandar’s first-day earnings are not as high as expected, the film still has a chance to pick up momentum. Positive word-of-mouth and Salman Khan’s strong fan base could help boost collections over the weekend. Additionally, with no major competition at the box office, Sikandar may see better numbers in the coming days.
Final Thoughts
Despite a sluggish start, Sikandar remains a highly anticipated film, and its performance in the coming days will determine its success. Salman Khan’s loyal fan base, combined with the action-packed narrative, could help the film gain momentum during the Eid holiday period.
