Salman Khan will be directed by AR Murugadoss, who is currently directing the Sivakarthikeyan starring 'SK 23'. According to reports, Murugadoss is in talks with a number of celebrities for this project; Salman Khan has agreed to have South Indian celebs in the cast. Rashmika Mandhana is in discussions to play the female lead.

The filmmaker wants to follow Atlee's strategy in "Jawan," which had appearances by Tamil actors like Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Priyamani, and Yogi Babu. looks like AR Murugadoss will also be following the same strategy and cast south indian talent in "Sikandar."

Shooting on the project is predicted to start shortly after 'SK 23' is finished. The move by Murugadoss to combine the South Indian and Bollywood film industries is indicative of the expanding and successful cross-industry partnerships of late.

'Sikandar' has a star-studded cast and a director with a history that has fans excited.

Murugadoss's skillful casting decisions and track record of producing successful movies have already created a lot of excitement surrounding "Sikandar." Should Rashmika Mandhana be added, the movie would probably become even more popular and attract viewers from all across the region.