SIKANDAR 2 (2025)
August 19, 2025
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Sikandar (2025): Salman Khan returns to shine in the action battlefield
Basic Information
Movie Name: Sikandar (2025)
Genre: Action – Drama
Director and Writer: A. R. Murugadoss
Producer: Sajid Nadiadwala (Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment)
Starring: Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal; additional cast members include Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Babbar, Kishore
Plot & Setting
Salman Khan plays Sanjay “Sikandar” Rajkot – a strong character with a passion for justice. When he stops a disaster on a flight, the incident goes viral, making him the target of revenge by a powerful minister. A tragic accident makes him determined to find justice and protect the vulnerable
Production & Team
The film was shot in Mumbai and Hyderabad, mainly between mid-2024 and March 2025
The film’s score is by Pritam, with Santhosh Narayanan; cinematography by Tirru, editing by Vivek Harshan
Release & Revenue
Official release: 30 March 2025, in time for Eid al‑Fitr
OTT release: Available on Netflix starting mid-2025
Box office: Estimated to gross ₹176–177 crore worldwide, not a blockbuster but enough to recoup its cost
Response & Opinion
The film received negative reviews from critics, who criticised the screenplay and the storytelling. However, the film still managed to break even thanks to the appeal of Salman Khan’s name
One of the same year’s competitors like Saiyaara surpassed Sikandar in terms of revenue, showing that the audience’s taste is shifting in a different direction
Quick summary
Category Details
Film name Sikandar (2025)
Director A. R. Murugadoss
Starring Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal
Genre Action – Drama
Released 30 Mar 2025 (theaters), OTT from mid-year
Music Pritam (music), Santhosh Narayanan (background music)
Gain ~₹176–177 crore worldwide
Reviews Critics were negative – but audiences were okay with it
Conclusion
Sikandar is an impressive comeback for Salman Khan in the action genre, along with high-quality visuals and technical staging. However, the lackluster plot and mixed reviews from critics prevented the film from reaching mainstream success. Still, with moderate box office revenue and a compelling central character, it remains an entertaining experience for fans and lovers of Indian action cinema.