Rashmika Mandanna Breaks Silence on 'Sikandar' Box Office Disaster
Rashmika Mandanna recently starred alongside Salman Khan in the film 'Sikandar'. Director AR Murugadoss helmed the project. Unfortunately, the movie failed to attract audiences to theaters. It also sparked controversy when Murugadoss commented on Khan's work habits. The superstar responded during an episode of his show 'Bigg Boss'.
Now, Rashmika Mandanna has opened up about her decision to join the film. She explained how the story evolved during production. Let us explore the details.
Rashmika Mandanna Addresses the 'Sikandar' Situation
In a conversation with Telugu journalist Prerna, Rashmika Mandanna shared her thoughts. She stated that the initial narration of 'Sikandar' differed significantly from the final filmed version.
"I remember discussing the script with Murugadoss sir," Rashmika said. "Later, what actually happened was very different. When I first heard the script, it was indeed quite a different story."
Rashmika elaborated on this point. She noted that such script alterations are common in filmmaking.
"When you listen to a story initially, it is one version," she explained. "But during the film's production, things change. They adjust based on performances, editing decisions, and even the timing of the release."
The 'Pushpa' actress emphasized that script changes over filming are quite "common." She concluded by saying, "So that happened with Sikandar."
Internet Reacts to Her Statement on 'Sikandar'
A clip from her interview appeared on Reddit. It quickly gathered numerous opinions in the comments section. Many netizens expressed their views.
They pointed out that Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna displayed zero chemistry on screen. Several users believed nothing could have saved the film from failure.
More Details About 'Sikandar'
Salman Khan's fans had high expectations for the AR Murugadoss-directed film 'Sikandar'. However, it performed poorly at the box office, disappointing many supporters.
According to Sacnilk, the movie earned over Rs 185 crore globally. The reported budget stood at approximately Rs 200 crore.
Salman Khan addressed the film on 'Bigg Boss 19' while interacting with comedian Ravi Gupta. He stated that he does not regret doing 'Sikandar'. Khan mentioned that the plot of the movie was good.
The film featured a supporting cast including Sathyaraj, Kajal Aggarwal, Prateik Babbar, and Sharman Joshi. It released in theaters on March 30, 2025.
