TL;DR: Salman Khan's much-anticipated film 'Sikandar' has wrapped up shooting. Post-wrap, Salman shaved off his beard, signaling the end of his character's journey. The film, co-starring Rashmika Mandanna and directed by A.R. Murugadoss, is set for an Eid 2025 release.
Bollywood's Bhaijaan, Salman Khan, has officially wrapped up the shooting for his upcoming action-packed thriller, 'Sikandar'. The final scenes were shot in Mumbai, with co-star Rashmika Mandanna and director A.R. Murugadoss present. In a symbolic gesture marking the end of his character's journey, Salman shaved off the beard he had maintained throughout the shoot.
A source from the production revealed, "It was a patch-work sequence between Salman and Rashmika in Bandra, and the team finished the shoot around 8:30 PM. Right after the shoot, Salman cleaned his beard, which he had been keeping for his look in 'Sikandar'. In real life, Salman always prefers a clean-shaven look."
The film's production spanned 90 days, with shooting locations including Mumbai, Hyderabad, and other parts of India. The team filmed four songs, including three dance numbers, and five high-octane action sequences. 'Sikandar' is crafted for the big screen, blending elements of romance, politics, drama, and revenge, all signature touches of director A.R. Murugadoss.
The principal shooting concluded in January, but Salman, Rashmika, and the crew returned in February and March to film additional scenes and a promotional song. The film is now in post-production, with tasks like color grading, visual effects, and background scoring underway. The final prints are expected to be ready within the next five days, setting the stage for its grand release during the Eid 2025 weekend.
Fans have been buzzing with excitement, especially after the release of the film's teaser and the Holi-themed song "Bam Bam Bhole." Salman's intense performance and the film's gripping storyline have heightened anticipation. The film also features an ensemble cast, including Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, and Prateik Babbar.
'Sikandar' marks a significant collaboration between Salman Khan, director A.R. Murugadoss, and producer Sajid Nadiadwala. With its release set for Eid 2025, fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be an action-packed cinematic experience.
