Sikandar Review – Let me just say this right at the start – one day, I might actually be found lying outside a theatre after watching one of these so-called mass entertainers. Every week, you all force me to endure this, and here we are again, talking about Sikandar, Bhaijaan’s latest big-screen outing.
The teaser made it pretty clear what we were getting into: a movie trying to blend over-the-top action with some social messages. And since A.R. Murugadoss is at the helm, I had at least some hope of a half-decent film. But what I experienced? Oh, buckle up, my friends. Let’s go step by step Of Sikandar Review.
Rating: (2.0/5)
| Movie | Sikandar |
|---|---|
| Director | A.R. Murugadoss |
| Lead Cast | Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Sharman Joshi, Sathyaraj |
| Genre | Action, Drama, Mass Entertainer |
| Runtime | Approx. 2h 28m |
| Release Date | 30 March 2025 |
Plot (Without Spoilers, Of Course)
So, Sikandar follows Salman Khan’s character, Sanjay Rajkot, who, as the name suggests, is the king of Rajkot, Gujarat. He has it all—money, fame, and a deep love for social service. He treats his bodyguards and subjects like family. Enter Rashmika Mandanna’s character, alongside Sharman Joshi and Sathyaraj, and things take a turn. There’s political intrigue, over-the-top action, and an attempt at emotional depth.
The story jumps from point A to Z, then to F, then to L, then back to C—because, why not? And just when you think things are getting somewhere, boom! Random twists thrown in to keep things moving. It’s chaos and not the fun kind.
Performances
Salman Khan as Sanjay Rajkot aka Sikandar
Bhaijaan is doing what Bhaijaan does. His performance feels like a cut-paste job from his last few films. The dialogues? Delivered with the same swag. The expressions? Minimal. And the post-credit scene? Feels like a direct lift from Singham Again.
Rashmika Mandanna
She’s here. She smiles. She dances. She runs in slow motion. And that’s about it. Her character could’ve been way more impactful, but the writing gives her almost nothing.
Sharman Joshi & Sathyaraj
Sharman Joshi is underutilized. His character is just… there. Sathyaraj, on the other hand, is at least fun to watch, playing a crazy Home Minister who does things like breaking plates on people’s heads when he’s mad. Logical? No. Entertaining? Kinda.
The Good and The Bad
| The Good | The Bad |
| A few entertaining mass moments | Illogical story with no proper structure |
| Background music adds some impact | Overly long runtime with unnecessary scenes |
| Some decent action sequences | Forced social messages every 10 minutes |
| Salman Khan fans will enjoy | Bad CGI and obvious green screen shots |
| Power-packed dialogues (at times) | Too many slow-motion shots and repeated tropes |
Action & Visuals
The action? Pure mass masala madness. Slow-motion punches, gravity-defying kicks, and Salman Khan taking on 10 goons at once while barely breaking a sweat. But here’s the problem – it’s the same stuff we’ve seen a hundred times before. There’s nothing fresh. And the CGI? Painfully obvious. Some green screen scenes look so bad that even a kid playing GTA V on a budget PC would do a better job.
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The Never-Ending Lectures
If you thought the movie was just about action, think again. Sikandar isn’t just a fighter; he’s a motivational speaker, too. Every 10 minutes, Bhaijaan stops to give a lecture:
- A lecture on corruption
- A lecture on women empowerment
- A lecture on how to make papad (no, seriously!)
- A lecture on relationships
- A lecture on breathing techniques (probably)
At one point, it feels like Salman Khan is just talking directly to the audience, staring into the camera and preaching. It’s Bigg Boss but on steroids.
Final Verdict
Sikandar tries to be a mass entertainer, a social message film, and an emotional drama all at once but fails to excel in any category. The movie has some moments that make you go, “Okay, this is fun,” but before you can enjoy them, another over-the-top, unintentional comedy moment ruins it.
If you’re a die-hard Salman Khan fan, you’ll have a good time watching him throw punches and deliver his signature swag-filled dialogues. But if you were expecting something even remotely close to Sultan or Bajrangi Bhaijaan, well… good luck.
FAQs
1. Is Sikandar worth watching?
If you love Salman Khan’s style of movies, sure. But if you’re looking for a solid story, maybe skip this one.
2. How is Salman Khan’s performance?
It’s the usual Salman Khan affair – action, slow-mo, swag, and some emotional moments.
3. Does the movie have good action scenes?
Yes, but they are very typical. If you love over-the-top mass action, you might enjoy it.
4. Are the songs any good?
The songs are just there. They don’t add much to the story and feel like fillers.
5. Is this movie like Bajrangi Bhaijaan or Sultan?
No, not even close. It’s more in the league of Radhe and Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan
