Salman Khan’s ₹34 Lakh Ram Mandir-Themed Watch Sparks Controversy; KRK’s Fiery Statement

Salman Khan’s much-awaited film Sikandar is set to release on March 30, coinciding with Eid. Currently, Salman is busy promoting the film and recently held a press conference at Taj Lands End in Mumbai. During this event, he was seen wearing a special edition Ram Mandir-themed watch. While many fans praised his style, others found it controversial. Among the critics, self-proclaimed critic Kamaal R. Khan (KRK) made an inflammatory statement against Salman and his fans.

KRK’s Harsh Remarks on Salman Khan

KRK took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account and wrote, “Congratulations to all my Muslim brothers who want to give Eidi to Salman Khan by watching Sikandar on Eid. He is wearing a Zionist Ram Janmabhoomi edition watch and mocking all Muslims. His Muslim fans are shameless.”

The ₹34 Lakh Watch Gifted by Salman’s Family

During the press conference, Salman revealed that his mother and sister gifted him the special edition watch. The watch features images of Ram Mandir, Lord Ram, and Hanumanji. It is a limited-edition timepiece by luxury brand Jacob & Co., priced between ₹34-35 lakh, with only 49 pieces available worldwide. Abhishek Bachchan also owns a similar watch.

KRK’s History of Controversial Comments on Salman Khan

This is not the first time KRK has made controversial remarks about Salman Khan. During the release of Radhe, KRK had made derogatory comments about the film and the actor. In response, Salman’s team filed a defamation case against him. The court later warned KRK against making such remarks in the future.

Sikandar Set for Eid Release

Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, the filmmaker behind Ghajini, Sikandar stars Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna in lead roles. The film also features Kajal Aggarwal, Prateik Babbar, and Sharman Joshi in pivotal roles.

Salman Khan’s Hefty Fee for Sikandar

According to Bollywood Shaadis, Salman Khan has charged more than half of the film’s budget as his fee. The movie’s budget is estimated at ₹200 crore, and Salman has reportedly taken ₹120 crore along with a share in the film’s profits.

Rashmika Mandanna’s Significantly Lower Pay

Despite delivering blockbuster hits like Animal, Pushpa, and Pushpa 2, Rashmika Mandanna has reportedly received a significantly lower fee for Sikandar. Reports suggest that she was paid ₹5 crore, which is just 1/24th of Salman’s fee. Other cast members’ reported salaries include Kajal Aggarwal at ₹3 crore, Sharman Joshi at ₹75 lakh, Prateik Babbar at ₹60 lakh, and Sathyaraj, known for playing Kattappa in Baahubali, at ₹50 lakh.With Sikandar slated for release on March 30, all eyes are on the box office performance and how audiences respond to the film amid this controversy.