'SALMAN DO BETTER FILMS' trends on X; fans remember his act in 'Sultan' and 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan'

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's latest action film Sikandar has left fans disappointed, leading to the hashtag #SalmanDoBetterFilms trending on X. While audiences eagerly awaited the film’s release, many were let down by its lackluster storyline, with some even calling it one of Salman’s weakest performances. Fans have started comparing his recent projects with his past hits like Sultan and Bajrangi Bhaijaan, urging the actor to choose better scripts.

Directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, Sikandar hit theaters on March 30 but received mixed-to-negative reviews. While action sequences were appreciated, viewers felt that the film lacked emotional depth and a solid narrative. Some fans expressed their disappointment online, with one saying, “Yeh sabse wahiyat movie thi life ki. Salman ki jo acting hai ekdum wahiyat hai”.

Despite releasing on a holiday, Sikandar had an underwhelming start, earning only Rs 26 crore on its opening day. This performance fell short of expectations, especially for a Salman Khan film, and even trailed behind Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, which raked in Rs 31 crore on its first day. The weak reception raises concerns about Salman’s box office dominance, which has been inconsistent in recent years.

The trending hashtag #SalmanDoBetterFilms reflects the frustration of many die-hard Salman fans who believe the actor is capable of much better work. Social media users have pointed out how films like Radhe and Sikandar do not match the quality of his past successes like Sultan, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and Tiger Zinda Hai. Many urged Salman to be more selective with scripts and focus on strong storytelling instead of just mass-action entertainers.

With Sikandar receiving a lukewarm response, all eyes are on Salman’s upcoming projects. While he remains one of Bollywood’s biggest stars, fans hope he will return to films with more substance. The audience has spoken, now it’s up to Salman to make a strong comeback with better choices.