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In recent years, superstar Salman Khan, once considered Bollywood's most bankable star, has faced a series of box-office disappointments. While his contemporaries, notably Shah Rukh Khan, have made triumphant returns with back-to-back blockbusters like Pathaan and Jawan, Salman Khan has struggled to replicate his former glory.
Despite a massive fan following, his last few films like Race 3 and Radhe failed to impress critics and audiences alike, casting a shadow over his once undisturbed reign in the industry.
This backdrop sets the stage for AR Murugadoss' much-anticipated Sikandar, which could serve as a pivotal turning point for Salman. Known for his successful formula of engaging storytelling and action-packed sequences, Murugadoss has helmed films like Ghajini and Holiday, which were both commercial hits. His track record in creating mass-appeal cinema could potentially reinvigorate Salman's career, offering the superstar a fresh narrative and a chance to return to the limelight.
The film’s potential to be a game-changer lies not just in its action-oriented content but also in the potential for a shift in Salman’s usual on-screen persona. Murugadoss is known for his ability to mold characters that resonate with audiences on a deeper emotional level. If Sikandar can blend Salman's trademark charm with a compelling, fresh storyline, it could break the recent streak of box-office failures and restore his box-office dominance.
With Shah Rukh Khan’s resurgence in the industry, the pressure is on Salman to step up. Sikandar might just be the film that revitalizes his career and puts him back at the top of the Bollywood top league.
