Is Salman Khan’s Sikandar remake of Vijay’s Sarkar, or inspired by Salaar? Director AR Murugadoss clears the air

Filmmaker AR Murugadoss has asserted that Sikandar led by Salman Khan will narrate an original story and is not a remake of any film.

There is a lot of chatter around Salman Khan’s upcoming film Sikandar being a remake of Vijay's Sarkar, with some social media users getting reminded of Prashanth Neel's Prabhas-starrer Salaar with the film’s teaser. Now, director AR Murugadoss has come out to set the record straight, asserting that the film is not a remake of any film.

What AR Murugadoss has to say?

Salman Khan’s Sikandar will be released in theatres on Eid 2025.

In a statement, filmmaker AR Murugadoss has asserted that the action entertainer will narrate an original story and is not a remake of any film.

“This is a completely original story. Every scene, every frame of Sikandar has been designed and executed with authenticity, offering a fresh narrative and experience. It’s not a remake or adaptation of any existing film,” Murugadoss said.

He added, “An essential part of the film's originality is its stunning background score, crafted by the immensely talented Santosh Narayanan. His music perfectly complements the film’s energetic tone and vibrant visuals, adding an emotional depth that enhances every scene”.

AR Murugadoss is best known for directing Tamil and Hindi films such as Ghajini, Thuppakki, Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty and Sarkar.

What do we know about Salman Khan’s Sikandar?

Last week, Salman treated fans to a dance number from his film, Sikandar. The song, titled Zohra Jabeen, shows Salman going gaga over Rashmika's beauty and expressing his love for her. In one of the glimpses from the video, the actor is also seen kneeling before Rashmika. The caption on the video read, "Celebrate this Eid with Sikandar and his #ZohraJabeen!"