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18-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Sikandar: How Salman Khan's film suffered Rs 91 crore loss, makers now file massive insurance claim
A source said, 'The background score in many places was raw. There were several scenes that did not exist in the theatrical version.' read more Despite the unprecedented scale of piracy, Salman Khan's Sikandar remained unstoppable at the box office. Having emerged as one of the biggest openers of 2025, the film maintained a strong hold on its collections. Continuing its box office run, it garnered ₹7.02 crore on its fifth day, proving its sustained success even on a weekday. With this the film crossed the milestone of ₹100 Cr. in India with the total now counts, ₹105.18 Cr. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD But now, as per reports, it suffered a loss of Rs 91 crore due to piracy. A source told Bollywood Hungama, 'An audit was commissioned to assess the extent of the leak and the resulting impact on revenue. Ernst & Young (EnY) submitted a comprehensive report that pegged the loss at approximately Rs. 91 crore.' The source added, 'Such audits often include a blend of data from ticketing platforms, distributor reports, and forensic tracing of piracy dissemination. The Rs. 91 crore figure wasn't arbitrary – it is rooted in a loss of potential theatrical and digital revenue.' The same source continued, 'The background score in many places was raw. There were several scenes that did not exist in the theatrical version.' It added, 'like one where medical students meet Sikandar in Dharavi, a longer flashback of Kamaruddin collapsing due to lung disease, and a sequence involving Sikandar learning about Rashmika's character's aspirations to become a lawyer.' Many industry leaders and producers have united to denounce this act, highlighting its negative impact on filmmakers and the entertainment business. The Indian Motion Picture Producers' Association (IMPPA) has strongly condemned the unauthorized online leak of the film even before its official release on March 30. The association emphasized the urgent need for stricter enforcement of anti-piracy laws, especially as the film industry faces multiple challenges. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
News18
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Salman Khan's Sikandar Makers Face Rs 91 Cr Piracy Loss, File Insurance Claim: Report
Last Updated: In a surprising twist, the pirated version of Sikandar contained scenes not included in the final theatrical cut. Salman Khan's latest film Sikandar has suffered a massive financial blow after being leaked online just hours after its release. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the piracy resulted in losses amounting to approximately Rs 91 crore for the production team. An insider told the publication, 'An audit was commissioned to assess the extent of the leak and the resulting impact on revenue. Ernst & Young (EnY) submitted a comprehensive report that pegged the loss at approximately Rs. 91 crore." The audit reportedly measured the difference between projected and actual earnings following the leak. Advanced tracking tools were used to monitor illegal downloads and streams, calculating the financial damage caused to the film's theatrical and digital revenue. 'Such audits often include a blend of data from ticketing platforms, distributor reports, and forensic tracing of piracy dissemination," the source added. 'The Rs. 91 crore figure wasn't arbitrary – it is rooted in a loss of potential theatrical and digital revenue." In a surprising twist, the pirated version of Sikandar contained scenes not included in the final theatrical cut. These included sequences such as medical students meeting Sikandar in Dharavi, an extended flashback highlighting Kamaruddin's health issues, and a heartfelt conversation where Sikandar learns about Rashmika Mandanna's character's dream of becoming a lawyer. The leaked version also included a pre-interval segment showing the challenges faced by Sikandar's team, a deleted moment of Vaidehi's suicide attempt, and an emotional cab scene with vadams. The inclusion of these unreleased scenes in the pirated version strongly indicates that the leak occurred after the film received its CBFC clearance. With losses piling up, the makers are reportedly filing an insurance claim to recover damages. The situation raises serious concerns about content security in the digital age, especially for high-budget Bollywood films. First Published: June 17, 2025, 23:58 IST
