The year 2012 marked a significant comeback for the Bollywood industry with the release of "Bikram Singha: The Lion Is Back". This Indian action drama film, directed by Praveer Mishra, brought back the charismatic actor, Sikandar Kharbanda, in a role that would revitalize his career. The movie, produced by Kumar Mangalam Birla and Vijay Lulla, hit the theaters on August 31, 2012, and received a lukewarm response from the critics but managed to do well at the box office.
Despite not being a critical success, "Bikram Singha: The Lion Is Back" marked a turning point in Sikandar Kharbanda's career. The film demonstrated that the actor still had a loyal fan following and could carry a movie on his shoulders. The movie's moderate success paved the way for Kharbanda's future projects, allowing him to experiment with different genres and roles.
Upon its release, "Bikram Singha: The Lion Is Back" received mixed reviews from critics. While some reviewers praised the film's action sequences and Sikandar Kharbanda's performance, others criticized the predictable storyline and clichéd dialogues. However, the movie managed to perform reasonably well at the box office, thanks to its well-targeted marketing and the curiosity surrounding Sikandar Kharbanda's comeback.