Salman Khan’s Sikandar, directed by A.R. Murugadoss and featuring Rashmika Mandanna, has made an impressive impact at the box office. Released on a Sunday, the film raked in Rs. 30.06 crore on its opening day, securing its position as the second-highest opening day grosser of 2025. Despite expectations of a slightly stronger start, the film’s business is anticipated to grow significantly over the Eid holiday, a period known for boosting Salman Khan’s releases.
With this achievement, Sikandar has outpaced Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force, which opened at Rs. 15.30 crore, and has now positioned itself just behind Chhaava, which holds the top spot with an opening day collection of Rs. 33.10 crore. The stark difference in numbers between Sikandar and other 2025 releases underscores Salman Khan’s continued dominance at the box office.
When comparing Sikandar to other major releases of the year, its performance stands out. The third-highest opener, Sky Force, earned less than half of Sikandar‘s Day 1 total, demonstrating the significant gap in star power and audience pull. Meanwhile, Game Changer, starring Ram Charan, opened with Rs. 6.75 crore, while Shahid Kapoor’s Deva followed with Rs. 5.78 crore. Further down the list, The Diplomat, Badass Ravi Kumar, and Fateh saw considerably lower openings, with figures ranging between Rs. 4.03 crore and Rs. 2.61 crore. Emergency and Mere Husband Ki Biwi struggled to surpass the Rs. 2 crore mark, further highlighting the disparity in opening day performances.
The strong start of Sikandar is a testament to Salman Khan’s consistent box office appeal, particularly during festive seasons. While Chhaava holds the top spot for now, the extended holiday period and positive word of mouth could give Sikandar a chance to close the gap. If the film sustains its momentum, it may well emerge as the highest-grossing film of the year in the long run.
With audiences responding positively and trade experts predicting an upward trajectory, Sikandar is well on its way to becoming one of the biggest hits of 2025. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether it can surpass Chhaava and set new records, but for now, it remains a dominant force at the box office, proving Salman Khan’s unwavering star power.
Top 10 Highest Opening Day Grossers of 2025
Chhaava – Rs. 33.10 cr
Sikandar – Rs. 30.06 cr
Sky Force – Rs. 15.30 cr
Game Changer – Rs. 6.75 cr
Deva – Rs. 5.78 cr
The Diplomat – Rs. 4.03 cr
Badass Ravi Kumar – Rs. 3.52 cr
Fateh – Rs. 2.61 cr
Emergency – Rs. 2 cr
Mere Husband Ki Biwi – Rs. 1.50 cr
