Salman Khan Reveals Sikandar Will Be Remembered for Years Like Bajrangi Bhaijaan

Salma Khan is one of the most experienced names in the Indian film industry; she once again creates waves, as her new movie Sikhander hits the cine screens soon.

A comparison to the celebrated Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Salma promises a story that would be remembered for years after.

Unlike the hard-hitting storylines that Indian cinema is quite synonymous with, Sikhander heralds a refreshing take, seriously giving its preference to logical twists and a vigorously emotive storyline. Read all about this much-awaited release here

A Plot That Makes You Think

The story revolves around an idealistic, young man named Sikandar, who undertakes a labyrinthine journey in quest of unraveling the mystery behind a deep-rooted conspiracy. Unlike all those hero-centric movies, it boasts of multilayered characters that play important roles in solving the central mystery.

A simple small-town town, in which an inquisitive teacher finds some mysterious paper related to the history of the forgotten town and thereby leads him towards a journey brimming with shocking and unpredictable sequences full of political deception, betrayals, and personal loss.

Salma Khan has clearly written that this Sikandar won’t need much fight sequences and over-acting heroism. The movie instead appeals on being so logical and thought out that the audience is kept on the edge till the last minute.

A Superb Cast and Crew

This film has an ensemble cast of some of Indian cinema’s best stars.

1. Sikandar: Ayushmann Khurrana, an incredibly talented actor who uses his mass appeal to great effect in his characters, making them as real and human as possible.

2. Cameos: Radhika Apte as a determined journalist and Pankaj Tripathi as an ambiguous politician.

3. Director: Meghna Gulzar. She is famous for the story-telling in films that carry deep stories in them, such as Talvar and Raazi. She has great words, and gives attention to everything to the depth.

4. Story: This is a story scripted by Juhi Chaturvedi, who was the writer for Piku and October, therefore this has got all emotional and intellectual depth to it.

No Action

Step forward, a bold from Action Movies:

In this attempt to distance herself from the over-the-top action scenes, Salma Khan has calculated a risk that clearly highlights her dedication towards storytelling. “We wanted to make a film that would last, not because of its spectacle, but because of its substance,” she said recently in an interview.

Sikandar is carefully created for the mind as much as for the heart, just like an international suspense epic, say, The Sixth Sense and Shutter Island. Such a handling places Sikandar in a league of its own in an industry where plot development sometimes overshadows performances.

A Luxurious But Not Vain Effort

Sikandar has been estimated to cost ₹120 crore, one of the costliest films of the recent times. The makers of the film left no stone unturned in trying to give an authentic and cinematic experience in the location to the audience.

1. Location: The entire film has been shot across India, and it has majorly been shot at the scenic valleys of Himachal Pradesh and the streets of Kolkata.

2. Set Design: Painstakingly detailed to recreate a realistic backdrop for the drama.

3. Music: Composed by the stalwart A.R. Rahman, the soundtrack promises to sensitize the emotions of the film.

A legacy in the offing

As far as the tag along with Salma Khan’s previous blockbuster is concerned, comparisons to Bajrangi Bhaijaan might just be around the corner.

That film did sweep the box office off their feet in a heartwarming tale coupled with powerhouse performances. According to Salma, Sikandar has what it takes to win here too.

“Both the films are about journeys—physical, emotional, and moral,” she said. “But where Bajrangi Bhaijaan tugged at your heartstrings with its innocence, Sikandar will leave you awestruck with its intellectual and emotional complexity.”

Even after its release, this movie will generate controversies, as happened with Bajrangi Bhaijaan. Its multi-layered storyline, believable characters, and social commentary ensure that it will stay in the hearts of the audience for generations to come.

What Makes Sikandar Unique

1. Intellectual Appeal: A film like Sikandar which is quite atypical from run-of-the-mill commercial movies challenges its viewer to think and question.

2. Social Relevance: Addresses the issues of the current generation like corruption, ethics in media, and an individual’s strength of conscience.

3. Character-Driven Story: Each character in Sikandar contributes constructively towards the story.

The Countdown Begins

Being within the release date of March 2025, people have started making much buzz in social media. Fans are highly eager to see if it would go on screen with Salma Khan’s vision and create some momentum among people and make a long-lasting legacy akin to Bajrangi Bhaijaan.

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