Sikandar Box Office Collection Crosses Rs.100 Crore in 9 Days
Salman Khan’s action-packed Eid release Sikandar continues its decent run at the Indian box office. Directed by AR Murugadoss and starring Rashmika Mandanna opposite Salman, the film has managed to collect ₹104.25 crore net in India in nine days since its release on March 30, 2025. The film opened to ₹26 crore on day one, leveraging the festive boost and Salman’s Eid release legacy.
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In its first week, Sikandar raked in ₹93.75 crore, and over the weekend, it added another ₹8.5 crore. On Monday, its ninth day, the film collected ₹1.75 crore, taking its domestic total to ₹104.25 crore.
L2: Empuraan Gives Tough Competition to Sikandar
While Sikandar may be the bigger Bollywood title, it faces stiff competition from the Malayalam political thriller L2: Empuraan, which is making significant waves across India. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and headlined by Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, the film has become a box office juggernaut.
L2: Empuraan, which released on March 27, 2025, collected ₹1.75 crore on the same Monday as Sikandar, bringing its India net total to ₹100.10 crore. Notably, the film surpassed ₹100 crore worldwide in just two days, setting a new benchmark for Malayalam cinema and becoming the fastest Malayalam film to hit the ₹100 crore club.
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Worldwide Collections: Will Sikandar Cross ₹200 Crore?
Despite the domestic numbers, the film is also inching towards the ₹200 crore milestone globally. With a strong overseas fan base for Salman Khan, industry insiders predict that the film could cross this figure by the end of its second weekend. However, the challenge lies in maintaining steady weekday collections amid increasing competition and mixed audience reviews.
In contrast, L2: Empuraan already crossed ₹200 crore globally by day 4 of its release. The film is currently the second-highest-grossing Malayalam film in history, according to recent trade reports.
Audience Response and Critical Reviews
While Sikandar is packed with action, drama, and commercial elements, the film has received criticism for its predictable storyline and underwhelming performances. Salman plays the role of Sanjay Rajkot, and Rashmika Mandanna plays his wife Saisri. The supporting cast includes Sathyaraj, Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Babbar, Kishore, Jatin Sarna, and Sanjay Kapoor.
On the other hand, L2: Empuraan has garnered praise for its gripping narrative, sharp cinematography, and impactful performances. The political undertones and international plotline have resonated well with audiences, giving it strong word-of-mouth traction.
Salman Khan’s Eid Release Legacy
Salman Khan’s Eid releases have historically performed well at the box office. However, Sikandar falls slightly short when compared to Tiger 3, which collected ₹464 crore worldwide, and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, which closed at ₹184.6 crore globally. While crossing ₹100 crore in India is commendable, Sikandar will need sustained momentum to reach similar heights.
What Lies Ahead for Sikandar and L2: Empuraan?
As both films continue their theatrical run, their performance in the upcoming weekend will be crucial. With regional films now attracting pan-India attention, L2: Empuraan proves that content-rich storytelling transcends language barriers.
Meanwhile, the film must rely on Salman’s massive fan base and the holiday season buzz to maintain traction. The coming days will decide whether it can reach the ₹150–200 crore mark or begin to fade in the face of newer releases and stronger competition.
Bollywood vs Regional Powerhouses
The current box office race between Sikandar and L2: Empuraan showcases the changing dynamics of Indian cinema. Regional films, backed by compelling narratives and strong direction, are now giving big-budget Bollywood productions a run for their money.
As Salman Khan’s Sikandar crosses ₹104 crore and L2: Empuraan inches closer with ₹100 crore, the real question is—who will win the long haul?
