DNA India says Sikandar is no Ghajini or Holiday, but still packs a punch and may entertain Salman Khan fans with its massy comeback appeal.

Hindustan Times calls Sikandar one of Salman Khan’s weakest films, saying it falls short of popcorn entertainment because of a dull story and forgettable treatment.

Koimoi says Sikandar has its heart in the right place with a sensitive message, but becomes a laborious snoozefest due to shoddy screenplay, loopholes and half hearted performances.

BollywoodLife says Sikandar is a crowd pleaser for devoted Salman Khan fans, thanks to his charisma and action packed presentation, though it works more for fans than neutral viewers.

Pinkvilla says Sikandar fails to deliver as mass entertainment despite having a decent story, mainly because of weak depth, average music and underwhelming performances.

Bollywood Hungama says Sikandar attempts to deliver a powerful social message and gives Salman Khan a fan friendly role, but the impact is diluted by a weak script and erratic direction.

News18 says Sikandar depends almost entirely on Salman Khan’s star power and mass appeal, but is held back by a weak, predictable story and routine execution.

Filmibeat says Sikandar starts with promise and Salman Khan delivers a powerful performance, but the weak storyline and overstretched narrative stop it from becoming a solid Eid entertainer.

Times of India says Sikandar has the familiar ingredients of a Salman Khan actioner, but is let down by a weak plot, cliched treatment and tedious narrative.

India TV News says Salman Khan’s Eid release has thrilling action and an emotional plot, calling it a mass-friendly entertainer for fans of the superstar.