The teaser for the highly awaited Bollywood film Sikandar, starring Salman Khan, was officially released on December 28, 2024. The brief 1-minute and 41-second video gives fans a sneak peek into what is sure to be an action-packed thriller, with Khan showcasing an intense new avatar.
Teaser Breakdown
The teaser begins with a dramatic shot of Salman Khan’s character, Sikandar, walking into a room filled with statues. The mysterious setting includes large windows, chandeliers, and a glass cabinet holding an array of guns. The atmosphere is tense and foreboding, setting the stage for the action-packed sequences that follow.
Suddenly, the statues move, revealing hidden adversaries who emerge to confront Sikandar. With his back turned to them, Khan’s character delivers a powerful dialogue in a deep voice: “Suna hai ki bahut saare log mere peeche pade hain, bas mere mudne ki der hai” (Heard that a lot of people are after me, just waiting for me to turn). The line perfectly captures the film’s gritty, high-stakes tone.
As the action intensifies, the audience gets a first look at Salman’s full character reveal. He sports a rugged appearance, with a beard, earrings, and a casual yet stylish outfit of a green t-shirt, blue jeans, and a gray jacket. His moves, both in hand-to-hand combat and gun sequences, are sharp and full of flair. The teaser also gives a glimpse of the energetic background music, with the title song hinted at in the final moments.
Fan Reactions and Social Media Buzz
Salman Khan shared the teaser on his Instagram, where he expressed his gratitude for the birthday wishes he had received the day before, as well as his excitement for the fans to experience the teaser. He wrote: “Thank you all for your birthday wishes.. much appreciated. Hope you like the teaser of Sikandar…”
The teaser has sparked a flood of reactions online, particularly from Salman’s loyal fanbase. Many fans were quick to praise his dialogue delivery, with one user commenting, “Boom dialogue”, while another said, “This is MASS. Salman Khan is back!” The teaser’s high-octane action and stylish visuals have also drawn attention, with one user stating, “Santosh Narayanan’s Top class BGM + Bhaijaan’s charismatic screen presence = Ultimate demolition.” Another comment praised the combination of action, dialogue, and music: “The setting, the music, the action, the dialogue delivery & then Bhai ki entry!!! Literally goosebumps.”
Some fans are already predicting Sikandar will become a box office hit, with one user writing, “Sikandar is going to be a blockbuster movie.”
Release Date and Cast
The teaser was originally scheduled to be released on Salman Khan’s 59th birthday, December 27, 2024. However, the release was postponed by a day, with the makers citing the nation’s tribute to former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The statement read: “As the nation pays tribute to the Honourable Dr. Manmohan Singh, we have rescheduled the #SikandarTeaser launch to 4:05 PM Tomorrow. In this time of reflection and respect, we stand united with the nation. We appreciate your patience and understanding—the teaser will be worth the wait!”
In addition to Salman Khan, Sikandar also stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead, with Sathyaraj, Prateik Babbar, Kajal Aggarwal, and Sharman Joshi in key roles. Directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film is scheduled to hit theaters during Eid 2025.
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