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Sikandar

Sikandar is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by A.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sikandar is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by A. R. Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. The film stars Salman Khan in the title role, alongside Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, and others. It was released in theatres on 30 March 2025.

Plot

The story follows Sanjay "Sikandar" Rajkot, who is driven by a tragic accident to change the lives of three people while confronting corruption and a vengeful politician.

Cast

The principal cast includes Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, Sanjay Kapoor, Jatin Sarna, Prateik Smita Patil, and Kishore.

Release

Sikandar was released in cinemas on 30 March 2025, with standard and IMAX screenings available. The release coincided with Eid al-Fitr.

Reception

Available sources describe the film’s critical response as generally negative, with criticism focused on the screenplay and direction. It is also described as having underperformed at the box office.

Key facts

  • Sikandar is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by A. R. Murugadoss.
  • The film stars Salman Khan as Sanjay "Sikandar" Rajkot.
  • Theatrical release took place on 30 March 2025 in standard and IMAX formats.
  • The film received generally negative reviews and was described as a box office disaster.
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Canadian context

The film was available to Canadian audiences through international theatrical distribution and streaming platforms, reflecting the reach of mainstream Hindi cinema in Canada’s South Asian media market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sikandar?
Sikandar is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action drama film directed by A. R. Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala.
Who stars in Sikandar?
The film stars Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, and Sharman Joshi, among others.
When was Sikandar released?
It was released in theatres on 30 March 2025.
What is Sikandar about?
It follows Sanjay "Sikandar" Rajkot, who seeks redemption after a tragic accident by helping others and confronting a corrupt politician.
How was Sikandar received?
It received generally negative reviews, with criticism aimed at its screenplay and direction.
Was Sikandar a box office success?
No. Available sources describe it as a box office disaster.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikandar_(2025_film)
    Supports: Basic film identification, release date, cast, plot, and reception summary.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/sikandar_2025
    Supports: Film credits, genre, synopsis, and release information.
  3. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81993917
    Supports: Film synopsis and cast listing for the 2025 film.
  4. Gadgets 360 — https://www.gadgets360.com/entertainment/sikandar-movie-125360
    Supports: Release date, language, genre, runtime, cast, and director.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31712434/
    Supports: Alternative source for director, release date, and story premise.