Salman Khan’s latest film, Sikandar, has experienced a fluctuating trajectory at the box office since its release on March 30, 2025. The film’s financial performance has garnered significant attention, reflecting both its initial promise and subsequent challenges.
Opening Weekend Performance
- Day 1 (Sunday): Sikandar debuted with earnings of ₹26 crore. This opening figure, while substantial, fell short when compared to Salman Khan‘s previous Eid releases such as Tiger 3 and Bajrangi Bhaijaan.
- Day 2 (Monday – Eid Holiday): The film saw a modest increase, collecting ₹29 crore. The festive occasion contributed to this uptick, yet the numbers remained below industry expectations for an Eid release featuring Salman Khan.
Midweek Decline
- Day 3 (Tuesday): Sikandar experienced a significant drop of approximately 32%, earning ₹19.5 crore. This decline indicated waning audience interest post the initial holiday surge.
- Day 4 (Wednesday): Early estimates up to the afternoon reported earnings of ₹2.13 crore. Projections suggested that the day’s total might reach double digits, but this remained uncertain.
Cumulative Earnings
By the end of Day 4, Sikandar amassed a total of ₹76.63 crore. While approaching the ₹100 crore milestone, the pace suggested that reaching this benchmark might extend beyond the initial five-day window, a contrast to the rapid success of Khan’s earlier blockbusters.
Theatrical Reception and Competition
The film faced challenges in retaining its screen presence. In regions like Surat and Ahmedabad, Sikandar was replaced by other films, including The Diplomat and the Gujarati movie All The Best Pandya. Conversely, in Mumbai’s Gaiety and Galaxy single-screen cinemas, Sikandar performed relatively better, even supplanting L2 Empuraan in several showings.
Comparative Analysis
When juxtaposed with Salman Khan’s previous Eid offerings, Sikandar’s performance appears subdued. For instance, Tiger 3 and Bajrangi Bhaijaan set higher benchmarks in terms of opening and subsequent collections, underscoring the tempered response to Sikandar.
Conclusion
Sikandar’s box office journey reflects a blend of initial enthusiasm tempered by midweek declines. While the film has garnered respectable earnings, it underscores the evolving dynamics of audience preferences and the competitive landscape of cinematic releases.
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