Salman Khan’s action film Sikandar may not have done well at the box office, but it has found a new audience on Netflix. The movie made a strong debut on the streaming platform and entered Netflix’s global top 10 list. It stayed in the top 10 for two weeks, although it dropped in ranking in its second week.
Sikandar is directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, who has been working with Salman Khan since their blockbuster Kick in 2014. The movie stars Rashmika Mandanna, Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, Sathyaraj, Jatin Sarna, Sanjay Kapoor, Prateik Babbar, and Kishore in key roles.
Sikandar’s Performance on Netflix
In its first week on Netflix, Sikandar pulled in 5.1 million views and 11.4 million watch hours, making it the third-best OTT debut of 2025, behind only Jewel Thief and Pushpa 2. It reached the #3 spot globally on Netflix’s weekly top 10 list.
However, the film’s momentum dropped in the second week. From June 2 to 8, Sikandar collected only 1.6 million views and 3.5 million watch hours, slipping to the #9 position on the global chart. It was beaten by newer titles like Jaat starring Sunny Deol, which entered the top 5 in its debut week. A Widow’s Game continues to lead the global chart at #1.
In India, Sikandar is currently at #4, trailing behind HIT 3, Retro, and the new entry Jaat.
Sikandar’s Viewership Summary on Netflix
Here’s a quick look at the movie’s two-week performance on the platform:
- Week 1:
Views – 5.1 million
Watch Hours – 11.4 million
Global Rank – #3 - Week 2:
Views – 1.6 million
Watch Hours – 3.5 million
Global Rank – #9 - Total: 6.7 million views
Despite the drop, Sikandar has become the 8th most watched Indian film on Netflix in 2025 so far.
Top 10 Most Viewed Indian Films on Netflix in 2025
- Jewel Thief – 18.2 million
- Dhoom Dhaam – 12.4 million
- Pushpa 2 – 9.4 million
- Deva – 8.7 million
- Nadaaniyan – 8.2 million
- The Diplomat – 7.6 million
- HIT 3 – 6.9 million
- Sikandar – 6.7 million
- Court: State vs A Nobody – 6.5 million
- Officer On Duty – 5.7 million
Still Trending in Multiple Countries
While Sikandar has lost its top spot in many regions, it is still trending in 11 countries across Asia and Africa. In its first week, the film hit the #1 spot in nine countries, but slipped in week two. Still, Salman Khan continues to be popular in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, where the film remains in the top charts.
About the Film
Sikandar tells the story of Sanjay ‘Sikandar’ Rajkot, a man trying to make up for a tragic mistake from his past. His goal is to change the lives of three people, but things take a dark turn when he becomes the target of a powerful and angry politician.
Final Thoughts
Even though Sikandar didn’t impress in theatres, its strong digital performance proves Salman Khan’s loyal fanbase. With over 6.7 million views, the film has secured its place among the top Indian releases on Netflix in 2025. It remains to be seen whether it will climb higher in the coming weeks, but for now, it’s a solid OTT success.
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