Salman Khan’s Sikandar continues to face a tough battle at the box office, with its 10th-day collections barely touching ₹91 lakh (as of 7 PM on 2nd Tuesday). Despite early predictions of ₹1.5-2 crore for the day, the film’s performance has been underwhelming, reflecting a sharp drop from its second Monday’s ₹1.75 crore.
Crossing the ₹105 Crore Milestone
While the daily earnings have dipped, Sikandar managed to cross the ₹105 crore net mark domestically by Day 10. The film’s total now stands at approximately ₹105.16 crore nett in India, a modest achievement given its high expectations and ₹200 crore budget.
Week 2 Woes: A Downward Trend
The second week has been particularly harsh:
- Day 6 (2nd Friday): ₹3.5 crore
- Day 7 (2nd Saturday): ₹4 crore
- Day 8 (2nd Sunday): ₹4.75 crore
- Day 9 (2nd Monday): ₹1.75 crore (-63% drop)
- Day 10 (2nd Tuesday): ₹0.91 crore (early estimates)
The drastic decline highlights the film’s struggle to retain audiences post its Eid release window.
Worldwide Collections: Mixed Reports
While some reports claim a global total of ₹171.65 crore by Day 9, the production house insists Sikandar breached the ₹200 crore milestone worldwide on the same day. The discrepancy arises from differing metrics (nett vs. gross), but the film’s performance remains below par compared to Salman’s previous hits like Tiger 3.
What Went Wrong?
Despite its star power and director A.R. Murugadoss’s reputation, Sikandar faced criticism for its weak script and lackluster execution. The shift from a political drama to a formulaic masala entertainer also alienated some viewers.
Final Verdict
Sikandar’s journey at the box office serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of high-budget films with inconsistent storytelling. While it crossed ₹100 crore in India, recovering its massive budget remains a distant goal.