Sikandar earns ₹84 crore, lags Dunki.
Sikandar Box Office Collection Day 4: Salman Khan’s Film Earns ₹84 Crore in India, Trails Behind Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki
Salman Khan’s much-anticipated action drama Sikandar has shown strong performance at the domestic box office, collecting a solid ₹84 crore within its first four days of release. Despite the impressive figures, the film has not managed to surpass the pace set by Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki, which had a stronger opening weekend and continues to dominate in terms of cumulative earnings.
Directed by AR Murugadoss, Sikandar opened to packed theatres across India and witnessed a steady flow of audiences over the weekend. The film’s mass appeal, high-octane action sequences, and Salman’s star power contributed to its robust start. However, trade analysts note that Sikandar faced stiff competition from holdover releases and regional films.
In comparison, Dunki, helmed by Rajkumar Hirani, had raked in over ₹100 crore within its first four days when it hit theatres. The film’s strong emotional narrative, combined with Shah Rukh Khan’s pan-India popularity and critical acclaim, gave it an edge that Sikandar is yet to overcome.
Industry insiders suggest that while Sikandar may not have beaten Dunki in terms of early collections, it still has the potential for a long and profitable run at the box office—especially if it continues to draw in family audiences and Salman loyalists.
With the Eid holiday period giving a further boost to collections, all eyes are now on how Sikandar performs through the crucial first week.
Salman Khan’s Sikandar, one of the most hyped films of the year, has faced an underwhelming response at the domestic box office. Despite the festive advantage of an Eid release and Salman’s massive fan following, the action entertainer has not crossed the ₹100 crore mark in its first four days.
Directed by A.R. Murugadoss and co-starring Rashmika Mandanna, the film was positioned as a major crowd-puller. The combination of a star-studded cast, high-octane action, and festive timing had led trade analysts to predict a roaring start. While the initial day witnessed promising footfalls, the film’s momentum has slowed down significantly after the Eid holiday.
On Day 1, Sikandar collected approximately ₹30 crore, boosted by Eid celebrations and Salman’s loyal fan base turning up in large numbers. However, collections dipped on Day 2 and Day 3, stabilizing slightly on Day 4 with modest growth. The current total stands at ₹84.25 crore, which is below expectations for a Salman Khan release, especially one released during a festive period.
Critics and audiences have offered mixed reviews for the film. While Salman’s performance and the action sequences received praise, the film’s storyline and screenplay have been called predictable and lacking emotional depth. The film’s word-of-mouth has been average, with urban centers showing better occupancy than rural circuits.
Trade experts believe Sikandar is struggling to maintain a firm hold at the box office because of a combination of factors: high expectations, strong competition from regional films, and a dip in weekday collections following the Eid weekend. In contrast, Shah Rukh Khan’s Dunki, released under similar fanfare, had managed to collect over ₹100 crore in just four days, riding high on positive reviews and widespread audience appreciation.
Despite the current slowdown, Sikandar still has an opportunity to recover its footing if it can hold strong through the weekdays and pick up again over the next weekend. Family audiences and fans of Salman Khan might help keep the film afloat in the coming days, especially in mass circuits.
Speaking at a recent event, Salman Khan acknowledged the pressures of delivering box office hits and addressed the buzz around his next collaborations. He confirmed that his much-talked-about film with director Atlee has been delayed due to scheduling issues. However, he announced a new action-packed project with Sanjay Dutt, saying, “Its action is on another level. We’re going full throttle.”
As for Sikandar, the coming days will be crucial. A lot depends on whether the film can find sustained traction or if it will continue to lose steam. Given the scale of production and promotional investment, anything short of a ₹200 crore lifetime collection would be considered below par for a Salman Khan venture.
For now, Sikandar remains a film that sparked big hopes but hasn’t yet delivered the knockout punch. Whether it will turn things around remains to be seen.