Amidst her cinematic ascendancy, Rashmika Mandanna has secured the pivotal female role in the forthcoming Salman Khan vehicle, “Sikandar.” Backed by the cinematic luminary Sajid Nadiadwala of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, this endeavor marks Salman’s reunion with Sajid since the release of “Kick” in 2014. In the throes of pre-production, the cinematic odyssey is poised to commence filming imminently, with an anticipated Eid 2025 unveiling.

Broadcasting the revelation via Instagram Story, the luminary penned: “Long have you, my esteemed audience, clamored for tidings, and lo, they arrive! Behold! I am profoundly humbled and elated to grace ‘Sikandar’s’ pantheon. Scheduled for cinematic presentation on Eid 2025!”

Following the resounding triumph of “Animal,” the luminary has inked this new Hindi cinematic venture. Marking Rashmika’s inaugural collaboration with Salman, director, and producer Sajid Nadiadwala, the production house unveiled Rashmika’s inclusion in the cast.

Their pronouncement on X reads: “Extending a hearty welcome to the illustrious @rashmika_mandanna to share the screen with @beingsalmankhan in #Sikandar! Anticipation mounts for their on-screen alchemy to grace Eid 2025! #SajidNadiadwala’s #Sikandar Directed by @a.r.murugadoss Set for cinematic presentation Eid 2025.”

A luminary of note in Tamil and Telugu cinema, Rashmika embarked on her Bollywood journey with “Goodbye” in 2022. Subsequently headlining “Mission Majnu” and “Animal,” she is slated to feature in “Chaava” opposite Vicky Kaushal. Further, preparations are underway for “Pushpa: The Rule” opposite Allu Arjun in Telugu, and “Kubera” opposite Dhanush in Tamil.