For over a decade now, Bollywood has been synonymous with film releases during Eid. One such actor is Salman Khan, who has his fans eagerly waiting every year around Eid for his new film release, which, now for the actor, has become a tradition and an integral part of Eid celebrations
From his upcoming film Sikandar, set to release this Eid, to Dabangg, Kick, and 10 other blockbuster action-packed thrillers and family-oriented dramas, Salman Khan has had numerous films released on Eid.
It’s also no surprise that Salman Khan’s Eid releases have consistently been box office super hits. We’ll explore Salman Khan’s Eid blockbusters, highlighting some of his biggest hits released over the years.
Trailblazing Talen
Get ready for Eid 2025! Salman Khan’s action-packed thriller “Sikandar” is coming soon, starring alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Kajal Aggarwal. Directed by AR Murugadoss and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film also features Sathyaraj, Prateik Babbar, and Sharman Joshi. Mark your calendars for March 30, 2025!
A Legendary Actress
In 2010, which marked the beginning of Eid releases of Salman Khan’s film with Chulbul Pandey. I think there’s a small correction needed! Abhinav Kashyap directed Dabangg, not Abhinav Singh. Malaika Arora did feature in the iconic song “Munni Badnaam Hui,” and Arbaaz Khan produced the film. Salman’s portrayal of Chulbul Pandey was indeed phenomenal, making Dabangg a massive hit!
In 2011, Salman Khan had another blockbuster film released on Eid. The film Bodyguard, Salman Khan’s film, directed by Siddique, was a box office hit, showcasing his wit, humor, and action hero appeal. He starred opposite Kareena Kapoor Khan and Raj Babbar, Mahesh Manjrekar and Aditya Pancholi.
Pioneering Icon
In 2012, Salman acted as the RAW Agent in the film Ek Tha Tiger, opposite Katrina Kaif. Kabir Khan directed the spy thriller, and Aditya Chopra produced it. The producers released the film during Eid and Independence Day instead of its original June slot because Reema Kagti’s film starring Salman Khan was scheduled for June 1st. Salman Khan was only too happy to push the release of Ek Tha Tiger to Eid release.
Trailblazing Talent
Sajid Nadiadwala directed the action-comedy film Kick, starring Salman Khan. The film became a box office hit when it released on Eid in 2014. Produced and directed by Sajid Nadiadwala, his directorial debut under the banner of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment.
Salman Khan’s film Bajrangi Bhaijaan hit theaters one day before Eid in 2015, releasing in 50 countries across over 700 screens internationally and 1000+ screens in India. The story of a young innocent Pakistani girl, who is dumb and mute, and loses her way in India. The film is heartwarming as Bhajrangi Bhaijaan, essayed by Salman Khan, helps her unite with her family in Pakistan. The comedy drama film had the little girl Harshaali Malhotra in a debut role, in her brilliant acting. Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Kareena Kapoor Khan are also in the lead roles.
Breaking Barriers
Ali Abbas Zafar directed Sultan, a sports drama starring Salman Khan as a wrestler. Aditya Chopra produced the film under Yash Raj Films banner and they released it on Eid in July 2016. The sports drama film received positive reviews from the critics for Khan’s performance. Alongside was actress Anushka Sharma in the lead female role, and Randeep Hooda and Amit Sadh.
Kabir Khan essayed by Salman Khan, Tubelight, a drama set in the 1960s Sino Indian War, didn’t match much to the actor Salman Khan’s expectations.
A Star Forever
Bharat was another film of Salman Khan released on the occasion of Eid in the year 2019. The film was released worldwide on 6000 screens, which included 4700 screens in India. The drama film had Salman Khan playing the lead role and was directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and was jointly produced by Atul Agnihotri, Alvira Khan under the Salman Khan Banner Reel Life Productions and T-Series.
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