Sikandar Box Office Collection 2025: Why Salman Khan’s Film Flopped
Salman Khan’s Sikandar hit cinemas on 30 March 2025, riding a wave of hype as an Eid dhamaka. With a ₹200 crore budget, A.R. Murugadoss directing, and stars like Rashmika Mandanna and Kajal Aggarwal, it was expected to set the box office on fire. But by mid-April, Sikandar is a confirmed flop, crawling to ₹177.85 crore worldwide and losing ground to films like Chhaava and Jaat.
At Tenvow.com, we unpack Sikandar’s box office collection for 2025, dig into why it tanked, and stack it against India’s top-grossing films. Curious? Let’s dive in.
Sikandar Box Office Collection 2025: The Numbers Speak
Sikandar kicked off with a decent ₹26 crore net in India on day 1, but that’s way below what you’d expect from a Salman Khan Eid release. By day 17 (15 April 2025), it limped to ₹109.39 crore net in India and ₹177.85 crore worldwide, as per Sacnilk. Here’s the full picture:
- India Net Collection: ₹109.39 Crore
- India Gross Collection: ₹128.85 Crore
- Overseas Collection: ₹49.5 Crore (6.316 million USD)
- Worldwide Collection: ₹177.85 Crore
- Budget: ₹200 Crore (excluding Salman’s fee; ₹250–300 Crore including)
- Verdict: Flop (needed ₹200 Crore domestic net to break even)
Day-Wise Collections
| Day | Date | India Net (₹ Cr) | Hindi Occupancy (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 Mar | 26.00 | 20.95 |
| 2 | 31 Mar | 29.00 | 25.12 |
| 3 | 1 Apr | 19.50 | 15.67 |
| 4 | 2 Apr | 9.75 | 10.23 |
| 5 | 3 Apr | 6.00 | 8.45 |
| 8 | 6 Apr | 4.50 | 11.50 |
| 11 | 9 Apr | 1.19 | 7.15 |
| 13 | 11 Apr | 0.35 | 6.85 |
| 15 | 13 Apr | 0.30 | 5.20 |
| 17 | 15 Apr | 0.25 (est.) | 4.64 (est.) |
Key Milestones:
- Hit ₹100 crore net in India on day 8 (₹102.25 Crore).
- Reached ₹150 crore worldwide by day 6 (₹150.75 Crore, per Pinkvilla).
- Crashed to single digits after week 1, scraping ₹0.25 crore on day 17.
Sikandar’s overseas ₹49.5 crore is a far cry from Dangal’s ₹1,524 crore, and its India gross lags behind Chhaava’s ₹400+ crore. What went wrong? Let’s find out.
Why Did Sikandar Flop in 2025? 5 Major Reasons
Sikandar’s downfall wasn’t just bad luck—it was a perfect storm of mistakes. Here’s why Salman Khan’s 2025 film bombed:
- Shaky Script and Direction:
Critics tore into A.R. Murugadoss’s “confusing” story and “outdated” style. The Indian Express gave it 1.5/5, calling it a “massive letdown,” while OTTPlay rated it 0.5/5, saying it’s “unwatchable.” Fans online agreed, cribbing about a predictable plot with no emotional punch, unlike Sultan’s tight drama. - Bad Reviews and Buzz:
With a measly 7% on Rotten Tomatoes (3.9/10 from 14 reviews), Sikandar lost audiences fast. Hindustan Times noted, “Murugadoss’ direction makes Salman look weaker than he is.” Negative word-of-mouth spread like wildfire, especially after an HD leak hit hours before release. - Stiff Competition:
Chhaava (Vicky Kaushal) roared with ₹31 crore on day 1 and ₹613 crore total, dwarfing Sikandar’s ₹26 crore start. Sunny Deol’s Jaat (10 April) added pressure, grabbing screens with ₹2.64 crore in advance bookings. By 15 April, Sikandar’s shows were swapped for L2: Empuraan. - Piracy Blow:
An HD leak surfaced online, with authorities yanking it from 600 sites, per trade reports. But the damage was done—free access killed ticket sales, especially post-Eid, with collections tanking 40% daily (₹9.75 crore on day 4 to ₹6 crore on day 5). - Salman’s Fading Pull?:
At 59, Salman’s massy charm didn’t spark like before. Sikandar echoes Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’s flop (₹123 crore), hinting his action-hero formula is tiring fans out. Critics say he needs meatier roles, like Aamir’s in Dangal.
Trade experts sum it up: “No superstar’s film tanks fully due to digital rights, but Sikandar’s poor run dents Salman’s brand,” per an industry source. Its ₹177.85 crore is nowhere near Bajrangi Bhaijaan’s ₹918 crore glory.
Sikandar vs Chhaava Box Office 2025: No Contest
Sikandar was tipped to go head-to-head with Chhaava, 2025’s Bollywood giant, but it got steamrolled. Check the stats:
| Metric | Sikandar (₹ Cr) | Chhaava (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| India Net | 109.39 | 400+ |
| India Gross | 128.85 | 480+ |
| Overseas | 49.5 | 133 |
| Worldwide | 177.85 | 613 |
| Opening Day | 26 | 31 |
| Budget | 200–250 | 150–200 |
| Verdict | Flop | Blockbuster |
- Why Chhaava Triumphed: Solid reviews (3.5/5 average), Vicky Kaushal’s stellar act, and a gripping historical saga kept theatres buzzing. Sikandar’s weak story and 4.64% occupancy by 15 April didn’t stand a chance.
- Audience Take: Online chatter loved Chhaava’s depth, while Sikandar got slammed for “mindless action.”
Chhaava’s ₹613 crore makes it a top contender for 2025’s elite, unlike Sikandar, stuck at a lowly 11th spot. Want more on Chhaava? Read our Chhaava Box Office Analysis.
Image Placeholder: Source a comparison chart graphic showing Sikandar and Chhaava’s box office totals, with bars for India net, overseas, and worldwide. Create it using Canva or source from Tenvow’s design team.
Alt Text: Sikandar vs Chhaava box office 2025 comparison chart showing Chhaava’s dominance.
Sikandar Overseas Box Office 2025: A Global Washout
Sikandar’s ₹49.5 crore overseas (6.316 million USD) is a damp squib, with weak pulls in the U.S., U.K., and Gulf. Compare that to Pathaan’s ₹393 crore abroad. Here’s why it flopped globally:
- No Broad Appeal: Unlike Dangal’s universal family vibe (₹1,524 crore overseas), Sikandar’s action-heavy plot fell flat.
- Bad Press: Global critics mirrored India’s hate, with Rotten Tomatoes’ 7% score screaming “skip it.”
- Rivals Stole Shine: Chhaava’s ₹133 crore overseas haul hogged the limelight.
For Tenvow.com readers, Sikandar’s global flop shows Bollywood needs fresh ideas to crack markets like China, where Dangal ruled. Check our Global Box Office Trends for more.
How Sikandar Stacks Up Against India’s Top 10 Films
Sikandar’s ₹177.85 crore worldwide doesn’t touch the top 10 Indian films by box office, ruled by giants like Dangal and Pushpa 2. Here’s the big league, for context:
- Dangal (2016) – ₹2,059 Crore
- Baahubali 2 (2017) – ₹1,810.60 Crore
- Pushpa 2 (2024) – ₹1,642–1,800 Crore
- RRR (2022) – ₹1,253–1,387 Crore
- KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) – ₹1,190–1,240 Crore
- Jawan (2023) – ₹1,157.5 Crore
- Pathaan (2023) – ₹1,050 Crore
- Kalki 2898 AD (2024) – ₹1,019.8 Crore
- 2.0 (2018) – ₹551.50 Crore
- Stree 2 (2024) – ₹850 Crore
Sikandar’s haul is closer to flops like Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (₹123 crore) than these blockbusters. Even Chhaava (₹613 crore) beats 2.0, proving Sikandar’s no match. Explore more in our Top 10 Indian Movies 2025.
Is Sikandar Hit or Flop 2025? The Verdict
Sikandar needed ₹200 crore domestic net to be a hit, per Bollymoviereviewz, but stalled at ₹109.39 crore. Its ₹250 crore budget (including Salman’s fee) makes recovery a pipe dream, even with digital rights. The call is final: Sikandar is a flop, Salman’s worst since Yuvraaj (2008), says Box Office India.
- Hit Benchmark: ₹200 Crore India net for profit, ₹125 Crore to recover costs.
- Flop Reality: ₹109.39 Crore net, 4.64% occupancy by day 17.
Fans banked on a Bajrangi Bhaijaan-style miracle, but Sikandar’s fate mirrors Zero (2018)—star power drowned by a shoddy script. More on flops? See our 2025 Bollywood Flops.
Image Placeholder: Source a graph showing Sikandar’s daily box office drop, from ₹26 crore on day 1 to ₹0.25 crore on day 17, using data from Sacnilk.
Alt Text: Sikandar box office collection 2025 graph showing its flop trajectory.
What’s Next for Salman and Bollywood?
Sikandar’s disaster raises eyebrows about Salman Khan’s box office clout at 59. Should he try deeper roles, like Aamir Khan’s in Dangal? Bollywood’s learning too—2025 hits like Chhaava and Pushpa 2 show audiences want quality, not just stars. With War 2 (24 April) looming, Sikandar’s woes might fade, but the lesson sticks. Read our take on Salman Khan’s Box Office Journey.
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