Revisiting Salman Khan’s Top 5 Eid Releases That Ruled Box-office Ahead Of Sikandar Release

By Syed Ameenuddin

| Published: Monday, December 30, 2024, 20:38 [IST]

Salman Khan, Bollywood’s biggest superstar, is set to return to the big screen with Sikandar, releasing on Eid 2025. Known for his blockbuster Eid releases, Salman has made the festival synonymous with his cinematic triumphs. Over the years, Salman has delivered memorable Eid hits, including Wanted, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan, Kick, and Bharat, cementing his status as the king of the festive box office. As fans eagerly await Sikandar, here are 5 of Salman Khan’s biggest Eid releases!

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Dabangg Salman Khan’s Dabangg was released on Eid 2010, directed by Abhinav Kashyap, and produced by Arbaaz Khan. The film starred Salman as Chulbul Pandey alongside Sonakshi Sinha. A masala entertainer with action, romance, and humor, it became a massive box-office success globally and launched the iconic Dabangg franchise.

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Ek Tha Tiger Ek Tha Tiger, released on Eid 2012, was directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. Starring Salman Khan as RAW agent Tiger and Katrina Kaif as ISI agent Zoya, the spy-thriller showcased action and romance. It was a blockbuster, grossing ₹320 crore worldwide, becoming a franchise starter.

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Kick Salman Khan’s Kick was released on Eid 2014, directed by Sajid Nadiadwala, and produced under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The film starred Salman Khan as Devil/Lakshya alongside Jacqueline Fernandez, Randeep Hooda, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. A high-octane action-comedy it became a box office blockbuster, earning ₹402 crore worldwide.

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Bajrangi Bhaijaan Bajrangi Bhaijaan was released on Eid 2015, directed by Kabir Khan, and produced by Salman Khan and Rockline Venkatesh. The film starred Salman Khan, Harshaali Malhotra, Kareena Kapoor, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Its emotional storyline and Salman’s heartfelt performance made it a timeless blockbuster.

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Sultan was released on Eid 2016, directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. Starring Salman Khan as wrestler Sultan Ali Khan and Anushka Sharma. The film’s emotional depth, inspiring storyline, and Salman’s raw acting made it a massive hit. Fans are eagerly waiting for Salman’s next Eid release, Sikandar. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by A R Murugadoss Sikandar is scheduled to release in Eid 2025 also stars Rashmika Mandanna in the lead, and promises to be a cinematic spectacle that blends action, drama, and emotion.

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