Salman Khan’s Sikandar has stormed into theaters as the ultimate Eid blockbuster promising high-octane action larger-than-life heroism and the kind of mass appeal that has defined the superstar’s career. Directed by A.R. Murugadoss known for films like Ghajini and Holiday Sikandar is a full-blown commercial entertainer designed to cater to Salman’s loyal fanbase. The film is a full-throttle commercial entertainer crafted to delight Salman’s legion of fans. Set against a backdrop of royalty and revenge Sikandar showcases Salman in a role that feels tailor-made for his larger-than-life persona. Sikandar Plot: Entertaining but repetitive Salman Khan plays Sanjay Rajkot a royal king turned vigilante who takes on the name Sikandar after his wife Saishree Maharani (Rashmika Mandanna) unfortunate incident. The story follows his relentless quest for vengeance against a powerful political mafia led by a ruthless minister (Sathyaraj) and his violent son (Prateik Babbar). Along the way Sanjay discovers that Saishree had pledged her organs for donation leading him to connect with the recipients a subplot that could have added emotional weight but is largely underdeveloped. The narrative follows a predictable revenge template heavily reminiscent of Salman’s earlier films like Dabangg and Wanted. While the plot holds potential the execution relies too much on bombastic action sequences and Salman’s star power rather than a compelling storyline. There’s no denying that Sikandar is a Salman Khan show all the way. From his grand entry scene—where he single-handedly crushes a dozen goons to his signature slow-motion walks and punchy one-liners the film is tailor-made for his fans. His dialogue delivery especially massy lines like Main Sikandar hoon aur Sikandar kabhi haar nahi maanta! is sure to gain whistles in theaters. Love Salman But Miss Acting While Salman Khans aura speaks for itself this time his performance lacks the emotional depth seen in films like Bajrangi Bhaijaan or Sultan. Instead of nuanced acting we get Salman in full larger-than-life hero mode which while entertaining feels repetitive. Excessive action overshadows his emotional scenes with Saishree reducing what could have been a poignant character to mere melodrama. Rashmika Mandanna one of Bollywood’s most promising young actresses is sadly underutilised. Her character Saishree exists primarily as a plot device her character serves only to fuel Sanjay’s revenge. The romance between her and Salman feels forced largely due to their noticeable 31-year age gap which the film does little to justify. Their chemistry is almost non-existent making their love story hard to invest in. Even in emotional scenes Rashmika’s potential is wasted. Instead of a meaningful backstory we get superficial flashbacks that do little to make her role impactful. The film could have explored their relationship more deeply but it opts for style over substance. While the films action sequence often felt unrealistic and cartoonish. While this works for hardcore Salman fans it might alienate viewers looking for grounded storytelling. Lack of Emotional Depth & Weak Villains One of the film’s biggest flaws is its emotional shallowness. Sanjay’s grief Saishree’s organ donation subplot and even the bond with the recipients are all rushed through without proper development. Instead of genuine scenes we get dramatic slow-motion shots and loud background music trying to force emotions that aren’t earned. The villains played by Sathyaraj and Prateik Babbar are equally underwhelming. (Villains are not villaining) They lack the menacing screen presence needed to make the hero’s eventual victory feel earned. Unlike iconic Salman Khan antagonists such as Prakash Raj in Wanted or Sonu Sood in Dabangg these villain fade into the background failing to leave any lasting impact. The biggest irony of the plot? Salman barely shares a proper fight sequence with the main antagonist—just a brief two-minute skirmish in the beginning and another rushed showdown at the very end. This lack of a gripping hero-villain dynamic further weakens the film’s conflict making the climax feel unfulfilling. Verdict Sikandar is a classic Salman Khans unapologetically massy film. If you’re a die-hard Bhai fan you’ll leave the theater satisfied cheering for his heroic antics. However if you’re looking for strong storytelling emotional depth or believable character dynamics Sikandar disappoints. The film’s weak romantic track shallow emotions and repetitive action prevent it from being a truly memorable experience. In the end Sikandar is exactly what it sets out to be—a festive larger-than-life Salman Khan spectacle. It won’t win awards but it will keep his fans entertained. And for a Bhai movie releasing on Eid maybe that’s enough. Rating: 2.5/5