Salman Khan, Bollywood’s beloved Bhaijaan, has established himself as a powerhouse of entertainment, particularly during the festive season of Eid. With his charismatic presence and box office allure, Salman Khan’s Eid releases have become an annual cinematic event eagerly awaited by fans worldwide. From action-packed blockbusters to heartwarming dramas, Salman Khan’s films on Eid have consistently captivated audiences, setting new benchmarks in the Indian film industry. Let’s embark on a journey through Salman Khan’s cinematic journey on Eid, exploring the exhilarating highs and occasional lows of his releases from 2010 to 2023.
Dabangg (2010) – ₹14.50 cr
In the action-comedy “Dabangg,” Salman Khan shines as Chulbul Pandey, a quirky police officer taking on corrupt forces. Directed by Abhinav Singh Kashyap, the film released on September 10, 2010, and raked in a whopping ₹219.27 crores worldwide on its opening day.
Bodyguard (2011) – ₹21.60 cr
“Bodyguard” features Salman Khan as Lovely Singh, a dedicated bodyguard tasked with protecting a wealthy businessman’s daughter, played by Kareena Kapoor. Directed by Siddique, the film released on September 18, 2011, and earned an impressive ₹234.39 crores globally on its first day.
Ek Tha Tiger (2012) – ₹32.93 cr
Salman Khan stars as Tiger, an Indian spy entangled in a web of intrigue and romance with a Pakistani spy, Zoya, portrayed by Katrina Kaif, in the spy thriller “Ek Tha Tiger.” Directed by Kabir Khan, the film, released on August 15, 2012, amassed ₹308.31 crores worldwide on Eid day.
Kick (2014) – ₹26.40 cr
“Kick” sees Salman Khan as Devi Lal Singh, alias Devil, a thrill-seeker combating corruption while navigating matters of the heart with psychiatrist Shaina, portrayed by Jacqueline Fernandez. Directed by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film, released on July 25, 2014, soared to success, earning a remarkable ₹351.80 crores globally on its opening day.
Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015) – ₹27.25 cr
“Bajrangi Bhaijaan” tugs at heartstrings with Salman Khan as Pawan Kumar Chaturvedi, a devout Hindu embarking on a mission to reunite a mute Pakistani girl with her family. Directed by Kabir Khan, the film, released on July 17, 2015, struck a chord with audiences worldwide, earning a monumental ₹604 crores on its first day.
Sultan (2016) – ₹36.54 cr
In the sports drama “Sultan,” Salman Khan portrays Sultan Ali Khan, a wrestler striving for redemption and glory. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the film, released on July 6, 2016, chronicles Sultan’s arduous journey from obscurity to national acclaim, amassing a total of ₹577.29 crores worldwide on its opening day.
Tubelight (2017) – ₹21.15 cr
The Salman Khan Eid release “Tubelight” faced unexpected setbacks in 2017, failing to meet box office expectations despite crossing the 100 crore mark. Directed by Kabir Khan, the film collected ₹21.15 crores on its first day on Eid.
Race 3 (2018) – ₹29.17 cr
“Race 3,” featuring Salman Khan alongside Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Jacqueline Fernandez, Daisy Shah, Saqib Saleem, and Freddy Daruwala, set records on its opening day, earning ₹29.17 crores. The film crossed the ₹250 crore mark worldwide within a week of release.
Bharat (2019) – ₹42.30 cr
Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif’s pairing in “Bharat” proved successful once again, with the film collecting ₹42.30 crores on its opening day on Eid. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the film amassed ₹308.70 crores globally.
Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan (2023) – ₹15.81 cr
“Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan” stars Salman Khan alongside Pooja Hegde, Shehnaaz Gill, Raghav Juyal, Siddharth Nigam, and others. Directed by Farhad Samji, the film, released on April 21, 2023, collected ₹15.81 crores on its first day on Eid.
