The moment that Salman Khan’s fans had been eagerly waiting for has finally arrived. His much-awaited film Sikandar has hit the theaters. Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, this film serves as a special Eid gift for Bhai Jaan’s fans. The craze for Sikandar is evident on social media, where fans are giving the film a grand welcome.
The advance booking numbers for the film are impressive, and now the biggest question on everyone’s mind is: How much will Sikandar earn on its opening day? With Salman Khan leading the film, an Eid release, and an action-packed entertainer, expectations are sky-high. What do trade analysts predict? Let’s find out.
Sikandar’s Opening Day Prediction
Trade analyst Akshaye Rathi, in a conversation with News18, predicted that Sikandar could earn around ₹30 crore on its first day. He said, “Sikandar carries huge expectations because Salman Khan and Eid have always been a blockbuster combination at the box office. The presence of Salman, the Eid release, producer Sajid Nadiadwala’s backing, and A.R. Murugadoss’ storytelling can ensure a strong start at the box office. We expect Sikandar to cross at least ₹30 crore on its opening day.”
Top 5 Salman Khan Opening Day Collections
Looking at Salman Khan’s biggest openers, Tiger 3 leads the list. Released on Diwali 2023, it remains his highest opening-day grosser. Interestingly, both Sikandar and Tiger 3 were released on a Sunday.
Here are Salman’s top 5 opening-day collections:
- Tiger 3 – ₹43 crore
- Bharat – ₹42.30 crore
- Prem Ratan Dhan Payo – ₹40.35 crore
- Sultan – ₹36.54 crore
- Tiger Zinda Hai – ₹34.10 crore
Will Sikandar Break Tiger 3’s Record?
Based on current predictions, Sikandar may not surpass Tiger 3’s opening-day record. However, the final numbers will be revealed on Monday. The film marks Salman Khan’s first on-screen pairing with Rashmika Mandanna, adding to the excitement. Fans are eager to see how Sikandar performs at the box office in the coming days.