Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is all geared up to make a comeback on the big screen with his much-awaited action drama Sikandar. The movie, also featuring Rashmika Mandanna in a pivotal role, is helmed by renowned director AR Murugadoss. Salman posted the thrilling release date announcement on Instagram, which was met with great enthusiasm from his huge fan following.
Sikandar to Release on March 30, 2025
The producers of Sikandar have officially announced March 30, 2025, as the theatrical release date. The film releases to coincide with the colorful festivals of Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, which herald the arrival of the new year in Maharashtra and South India. The strategic release date is anticipated to add momentum to the box office fortunes of the film as families come together to celebrate the festival season.
Posting a compelling poster of the movie on his social media, Salman Khan penned, “See you in theatres across the globe on 30th March! #Sikandar #SajidNadiadwala’s #Sikandar Directed by @a.r.murugadoss.” The poster suggests an action-packed high-octane ride, with Salman appearing stern and prepared for a fight.
The Vision Behind Sikandar
Sikandar is the first film that Salman Khan and AR Murugadoss have worked on together, with the latter being especially famous for his cerebral storytelling and over-the-top action films. Murugadoss, the acclaimed director of Ghajini, Thuppakki, and Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty, brings his theme into Salman’s universe of mass entertainers.
In a recent interview, Murugadoss revealed how it was working with Salman Khan and what Sikandar was all about. “This is one of the most ambitious films I have worked on. Salman Khan’s involvement lends a larger-than-life air to the movie. We have made a suspenseful story with high-energy action and emotional content,” the director explained.
Sikandar’s Runtime and Storyline Hints
The running time of Sikandar has been disclosed to be around 2 hours and 20 minutes. As per Murugadoss, the initial half of the movie is about 1 hour and 15 minutes, and the second half is about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The movie tries to keep viewers interested with its rapid-paced story and suspenseful action scenes.
Though the exact plot details are still a secret, sources indicate that Salman Khan plays a character named Sanjay, lovingly called Sikandar by his dadi. The film is about his journey of bounce back, revenge, and redemption, filled with high-octane action episodes and punch-packed dialogues.
Star-Studded Cast of Sikandar
In addition to Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, the movie has a star-studded cast in the form of:
- Kajal Aggarwal – A mature actress who is famous for her work in Bollywood and South Indian cinema.
- Sathyaraj – A mature actor well-known for his work as Katappa in Baahubali.
- Sharman Joshi – Well-known for his work in 3 Idiots and Golmaal franchise.
- Prateik Babbar – An actor who is famous for his intense performances in movies like Baaghi 2 and Mumbai Diaries.
- Anjini Dhawan – A fresh face in Bollywood.
- Jatin Sarna – Most famous for playing Bunty in Sacred Games.
Filming and Production Details
The final bout of Sikandar was shot in Mumbai, bringing an end to a long 90-day shoot across numerous locations, including Hyderabad. The action scenes of the film have been choreographed by some of the industry’s best stunt directors to get the movie an absolute showstopper.
Directed by Sajid Nadiadwala under the banner of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, Sikandar is the long-awaited reunion of Salman and Sajid since their 2014 hit Kick. Their pair has always led to hit films, and anticipation is high for Sikandar.
Teaser and Audience Reactions
Salman Khan recently released a teaser of Sikandar, which provided a glimpse of what’s coming. The one-minute-and-21-second teaser introduced Salman’s character, revealing his rugged appearance and power-packed dialogues. The teaser also provided a glimpse of a number of high-octane stunts that have left the fans thrilled.
Social media was filled with fan reactions, with most declaring the film to be a “mass entertainer.” Salman’s new avatar, along with Rashmika joining him, has further raised eyebrows. Fans cannot wait for the trailer, which is likely to release in the next few weeks.
Salman Khan’s Recent and Upcoming Projects
Salman Khan was recently seen in Tiger 3, which was released in 2023. The movie, directed by Maneesh Sharma, starred him along with Katrina Kaif and Emraan Hashmi. Tiger 3 was a YRF Spy Universe film and was well-received by the audience.
Apart from Sikandar, Salman has several projects lined up. He had a cameo in Baby John, directed by Kalees, which starred Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Jackie Shroff. He is also rumored to be in talks for Kick 2 and another big-budget action film, details of which are yet to be confirmed.
Box Office Expectations and Final Thoughts
Due to the hype created around Sikandar, the movie is going to open really big at the box office. Salman Khan’s fan following along with AR Murugadoss’s direction make Sikandar one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year.
With a star-studded cast of powerhouses, breathtaking action sequences, and a gripping narrative, Sikandar is all set to be a cinematic experience. As the release date nears, fans are eagerly waiting for the days to tick by so that they can see Salman Khan in his action avatar on the big screen.
Put March 30, 2025, in your calendar as Sikandar is all set to dominate theatres across the globe! source hindustantimes
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