Salman Khan’s 59th birthday was on Friday, and the team behind his upcoming action film Sikandar planned to release its teaser to celebrate. However, on Friday morning, they announced that the teaser launch had been postponed due to the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. See Pushpa 2 Box Office Collection Day 21
Sikandar Teaser Postponed
The production house Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment announced on Friday morning that the release of the Sikandar teaser, originally planned for 11:07 AM, had been postponed. Sharing the update on their official X handle, they wrote:
“In light of the passing of our esteemed former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Ji, we regret to announce that the release of the Sikandar teaser has been postponed to 28th December at 11:07 AM. Our thoughts are with the nation during this time of mourning. Thank you for understanding. – #TeamSikandar.”
Salman Khan’s Rugged Look Revealed
Ahead of Salman Khan’s birthday, the makers of Sikandar treated fans to a glimpse of his look in the film. The poster shows Salman in a sharp suit, holding a spear, with a rugged appearance. However, his full face remains partially hidden. Salman shared the poster on Instagram, announcing that the teaser was originally set to release on his birthday, December 27.
Film Details
Sikandar stars Salman Khan alongside Rashmika Mandanna and is scheduled to hit cinemas next Eid. Apart from this project, Salman is busy hosting Bigg Boss 14 and will also be seen in Sajid Nadiadwala’s Kick 2.
Manmohan Singh Passes Away at 92
Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night at the age of 92 due to age-related health issues, AIIMS New Delhi confirmed.
Manmohan Singh served as India’s Prime Minister for two terms, from 2004 to 2014. He first took office in 2004 after the Congress party’s victory over the Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA in the Lok Sabha elections. He was re-elected for a second term in 2009 and served until 2014, when he was succeeded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Apart from his political leadership, Manmohan Singh was a renowned economist who played a key role in introducing the New Economic Policy of 1991, which transformed India’s economy.