Despite the hype, ‘Sikander’s first-day box-office figures were a tad underwhelming for a Salman Khan-starrer. As per a report by box-office tracker Sacnilk, the A Murugadoss directorial collected a modest Rs 26 crore on the day of its release.

Although this is undoubtedly a marked improvement over the first-day earnings of his previous movie, ‘Kisi Ka Bhai, Kisi Ki Jaan’ (Rs 13 crore), it still falls short of the spectacular Rs 53 crore opening day figures of ‘Tiger 3.’

On Sunday, the film recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 20.95% in 2D and 22.96% in IMAX 2D.

According to Sacnilk, Sikandar saw its highest occupancy in Chennai at 46.67%, followed by Bengaluru at 28%. Jaipur and Kolkata registered 24.67%, while Hyderabad stood at 22%, the NCR region at 21%, and Mumbai at 20.67%.

About ‘Sikander’

Directed by acclaimed filmmaker A. Murugadoss, best known for steering the 2008 Aamir Khan hit Ghajini, Sikander brings to life the gripping saga of Sanjay Rajkot, a powerful leader from Rajkot, Gujarat. Revered by many yet feared by his adversaries, he earns the formidable title of Sikander due to his relentless pursuit of justice. However, his seemingly invincible world crumbles when his beloved wife, Saisri, tragically perishes in a devastating explosion.

As he struggles to cope with his immense loss, Sanjay learns that Saisri had chosen to donate her organs, giving the gift of life to several strangers. This revelation sets him on an emotionally charged path, compelling him to seek out the individuals who now carry a piece of her within them. Through this profound journey, he wrestles with sorrow, searches for solace, and ultimately finds a new purpose amid his grief.

Crafted on an extravagant canvas, the film is reportedly backed by a colossal budget of ₹200 crore, making it one of the most ambitious cinematic ventures in recent years. Aamir Khan takes center stage in the titular role, supported by an ensemble cast featuring Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Babbar, and the esteemed Tamil veteran Sathyaraj, all of whom bring depth and nuance to their characters.

With a compelling storyline infused with emotion, action, and grandeur, Sikander promises to be an intense cinematic experience that delves deep into themes of loss, resilience, and redemption. Under Murugadoss’ expert direction and with a stellar cast, the film is poised to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact.