After the skyrocketing success of Animal, Rashmika Mandanna is all set to deliver yet another blockbuster. The actress has now signed a big-budget Hindi movie titled Sikandar. The movie features Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in the lead role. Sikandar is directed by AR Murugadoss and is one of the most anticipated movies of 2025.

Rashmika Mandanna To Deliver Another Hit In Bollywood After Anmal's success:

Rashmika Mandanna has not only become a big name in the South film industry but has also made her mark in Bollywood as well. Rashmika after capturing the hearts of audiences in Tamil and Telugu Rashmika made her debut in Bollywood with Goodbye in 2022. Last year Rashmika delivered a blockbuster performance in Ranbir Kapoor-led Animal. She will be collaborating with Salman Khan and director AR Murugadoss for the first time in Sikandar.

Producer Sajid Nadiadwala Confirms Rashmika Mandanna's Casting in 'Sikandar' alongside Salman Khan:

Today, the producer Sajid Nadiadwala shared the news of Rashmika joining the cast of Sikandar on Instagram with a collage picture of Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Sajid Nadiadwala and AR Murugadoss. The post was captioned, 'Welcoming the fabulous Rashmika Mandanna to star opposite Salman Khan in Sikandar! Can’t wait for their on-screen magic to unfold on EID 2025! Sajid Nadiadwala’s Sikandar Directed by @a.r.murugadoss Releasing in cinemas EID 2025'.

Rashmika Mandanna's Instagram Announcement: A Peek into Her Excitement for 'Sikandar':

The actress later confirmed signing Sikandar through her Instagram story. She wrote, 'You guys for a long time have been asking me for the next update and here it is. Surprise!! I’m truly grateful and honoured to be a part of Sikandar.'


Sikandar is expected to be a high-octane action drama. The movie will present a fresh pairing to the audience. The ace director AR Murugadoss will mark his return to Bollywood after 8 years. Sikandar will be released in theatres on Eid 2025.