Salman Khan’s action-packed Eid release Sikandar is facing challenges at the box office on its second day. After opening with a decent ₹26 crore on Day 1, the film has seen a noticeable dip in collections, as per early reports from Sacnilk. While fans had high expectations for this festive release, mixed reviews and competition from other films seem to have impacted its performance.
Day 2 Trends Show Decline
The morning occupancy for Sikandar on Day 2 dropped significantly to 8.38%, compared to its opening day’s stronger numbers. The film’s collections are trailing behind other recent releases like Chhaava and Game Changer, which have maintained better momentum during their initial days. Despite Salman Khan’s star power, the film is struggling to sustain the hype it generated pre-release.
| Day | India Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | ₹ 26 Cr |
| Day 2 | ₹ 29 Cr |
| Total | ₹ 55 Cr |
Eid Releases and Salman’s Legacy
Salman Khan has a history of delivering blockbuster Eid releases, with films like Tiger Zinda Hai and Sultan setting benchmarks in box office collections. However, Sikandar appears to be falling short of expectations when compared to these iconic hits. Trade analysts believe that the film’s predictable storyline and mixed word-of-mouth are contributing factors to its underwhelming performance.
What’s Next for Sikandar?
With a massive budget of ₹200 crore, Sikandar needs strong weekday collections to recover its costs and secure its place as a festive hit. The extended holiday period could still work in its favor, but stiff competition from other releases like L2: Empuraan and Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava remains a challenge.
Final Numbers Awaited
As the day progresses, the final box office numbers for Day 2 will provide a clearer picture of Sikandar’s trajectory. For now, Salman Khan fans are hoping that the film picks up pace during the crucial Eid week and proves its mettle at the box office.
Stay tuned for updates as we track the complete Day 2 collection!