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Sikandar Tickets Sell For Blockbuster Rates, Reach Rs. 2,200 in Some Theaters
Updated on: 28 March, 2025 03:38 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Sikandar Advanced Booking
When it comes to Bollywood biggies, few stars create the kind of buzz that Salman Khan does. And his upcoming release, Sikandar, is proving exactly why he`s still the ultimate crowd-puller. As the film gears up for its grand release this Eid on March 30, the excitement has already hit a fever pitch. Advance bookings that opened on Tuesday, March 25, have not only set the cash registers ringing but have also sent ticket prices soaring like never before.
Booking platforms like BookMyShow opened advance reservations across the country, and the response was immediate. In just the first 24 hours, the movie grossed just under 4 crore, selling an impressive 1,38,209 tickets for its opening day across 12,820 shows. And with two full days still left before release, spot bookings in smaller cities are expected to further boost collections.
The buzz isn’t just digital—it’s reflecting directly in ticket counters. In Mumbai, premium formats like Director’s Cut and Luxe screens are selling tickets for as much as 2,200. Even Plaza Cinema in Dadar, a single-screen theatre, is pricing its recliner seats at an uncharacteristically high 700 for evening shows. Such pricing is a first for many, leaving some industry insiders concerned whether sky-high rates might turn audiences away.
Delhi’s multiplexes aren’t far behind. Premium seats here are selling between Rs. 1,600 and 1,900, while normal multiplex seats in major cities have touched the Rs. 850 to Rs. 900 range. This has sparked debates—while some view it as a reflection of Salman`s unmatched stardom and the film`s massive pre-release buzz, others worry the prices may alienate average moviegoers.
Also Read: Salman Khan Finally Opens Up On Receiving Death Threats From Lawrence Bishnoi
The film also stars Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, and Sathyaraj and is directed by AR Murugadoss, known for his expertise in delivering masala entertainers. Backed by Sajid Nadiadwala`s Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film is releasing in both 2D and 2D IMAX formats, offering fans an immersive movie experience.
Also Read: Sikandar Cast Fees: Is Salman Khan Charging More Than 100 Crores?
Advance Bookings Break Records
The pre-release craze for Sikandar is something the industry hasn’t seen in a long time. The action-packed entertainer, packed with high-voltage drama, thrills, and larger-than-life moments, has triggered an overwhelming demand for tickets. This demand has resulted in what cinema chains are calling "blockbuster pricing", with premium tickets in multiplexes and single-screen theatres priced at levels rarely seen before.Booking platforms like BookMyShow opened advance reservations across the country, and the response was immediate. In just the first 24 hours, the movie grossed just under 4 crore, selling an impressive 1,38,209 tickets for its opening day across 12,820 shows. And with two full days still left before release, spot bookings in smaller cities are expected to further boost collections.
The buzz isn’t just digital—it’s reflecting directly in ticket counters. In Mumbai, premium formats like Director’s Cut and Luxe screens are selling tickets for as much as 2,200. Even Plaza Cinema in Dadar, a single-screen theatre, is pricing its recliner seats at an uncharacteristically high 700 for evening shows. Such pricing is a first for many, leaving some industry insiders concerned whether sky-high rates might turn audiences away.
Delhi’s multiplexes aren’t far behind. Premium seats here are selling between Rs. 1,600 and 1,900, while normal multiplex seats in major cities have touched the Rs. 850 to Rs. 900 range. This has sparked debates—while some view it as a reflection of Salman`s unmatched stardom and the film`s massive pre-release buzz, others worry the prices may alienate average moviegoers.
Also Read: Salman Khan Finally Opens Up On Receiving Death Threats From Lawrence Bishnoi
Why Sikandar is the Talk of the Town
Adding to the hype is the film`s all-star cast. Sikandar marks the first-ever on-screen collaboration between Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna. In a recent press meet, Salman praised Rashmika’s dedication, sharing, "She (Rashmika) has given her best. She used to finish shooting of Pushpa 2 at 7 pm and would join us at 9 pm, and would work till 6.30 in the morning and go back to work on Pushpa 2. Then, after breaking her leg, she continued shooting with us, and didn`t cancel a single day of shoot. She reminds me a lot of younger me."The film also stars Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, and Sathyaraj and is directed by AR Murugadoss, known for his expertise in delivering masala entertainers. Backed by Sajid Nadiadwala`s Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film is releasing in both 2D and 2D IMAX formats, offering fans an immersive movie experience.
Also Read: Sikandar Cast Fees: Is Salman Khan Charging More Than 100 Crores?
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