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Pawan Kalyan's Pay Cut: Rs. 25 Cr for Ustaad Bhagat Singh
18 Mar
Summary
- Pawan Kalyan accepted Rs. 25 crore, a pay cut from his usual fee.
- The actor's political duties as Deputy Chief Minister impacted film schedules.
- Sreeleela and Raashii Khanna charged Rs. 2.5-3 crore and Rs. 1.5-2 crore respectively.
Pawan Kalyan's upcoming film, Ustaad Bhagat Singh, is slated for release on March 19, 2026. Reports indicate the lead actor has accepted a fee of Rs. 25 crore, a reduction from his typical remuneration, signaling a potential profit-sharing arrangement.
This pay cut is attributed to the actor's gratitude towards Mythri Movie Makers and the film's history of production delays. Pawan Kalyan, who also holds the position of Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, emphasized that the filming schedule was meticulously planned by director Harish Shankar to accommodate his political responsibilities, allowing him to work only a few hours a day.
His co-stars, Sreeleela and Raashii Khanna, have reportedly been paid approximately Rs. 2.5 to 3 crore and Rs. 1.5 to 2 crore, respectively, for their roles in the much-anticipated movie.
Raashii Khanna expressed her long-held desire to act alongside Pawan Kalyan, stating that Ustaad Bhagat Singh fulfills this dream and aims to recreate the magic of Gabbar Singh.
