Why Was Sikandar Trimmed Before Hitting Theaters?

A diamond shines brightest after it’s cut—and the same goes for films. As Sikandar gears up for its grand Eid release, the makers have made significant edits, trimming 26 scenes to refine the final product. After a few setbacks at the box office, Salman Khan is returning with this AR Murugadoss spectacle, and fans are hoping it will be the blockbuster that reignites his dominance. With advance bookings crossing ₹5 crore within hours, anticipation is soaring.

The buzz around Sikandar is undeniable, with record-breaking ticket sales in Delhi, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan. While some regions like Himachal Pradesh have been slow to pick up, trade experts remain confident that the film will open to a massive ₹50 crore weekend. However, what’s raising eyebrows is the unexpected trimming of multiple scenes, including dialogues like “Offer aukat ke bahar tha” and “Chaar miss call…chalo Rajkot.” Even a nostalgic Salman Khan moment, where he sings Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh, has been cut short.

With these edits, Sikandar now clocks in at 135.47 minutes—leaner, sharper, and supposedly more gripping. But the question lingers: Were these cuts purely for pacing, or did they have deeper reasons? Whether it was to ensure a tighter narrative, meet censor board regulations, or avoid controversies, the makers remain tight-lipped, leaving fans intrigued about what was left on the cutting room floor.

The real test begins once Sikandar hits the big screen. Will the trimmed version elevate the experience, making it a crisp and action-packed entertainer, or will audiences feel they’ve missed out on something? Only time—and the box office—will tell if this fine-tuning turns Sikandar into a flawless gem or a story left unfinished.