Pushpa 2: Allu Arjun Hikes 30% On Acting Fees? Will He Become Asia’s Highest Paid Actor?

Pushpa actor Allu Arjun is once again buzzing on social media, this time the actor grabs the headlines for his fee hike. Will he become the Asia's highest paid actor? Here's what we found. Read on.

Hyderabad: The hype surrounding Allu Arjun’s upcoming film Pushpa 2: The Rule is reaching a fever pitch. Social media is abuzz with rumors of a massive ₹275 crore deal with a streaming platform for the movie. This surge in popularity seems to be influencing Arjun’s compensation as well, with reports suggesting a significant fee increase exceeding 30 percent. Scroll down to find more details.

This Is How Much The Pushpa Actor Might Get Paid!

A news report by HT claimed, “At the moment, Allu Arjun is the most talked about actor in the industry, with almost every filmmaking expressing their desire to collaborate with him. That’s because they are witnessing the buzz around the sequel of Pushpa. And it has led to a hike in the salary that Allu Arjun will draw from his project that’s set to release on the Independence Day weekend (sic).”

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Based on industry reports, the actor’s typical fee for a film is around ₹100 crore, with expectations that he might command Rs 150 crore for his next project. The news agency stated, “In fact, down in the south region, giving such a sum to an actor is becoming common. An actor’s fees is a major and most significant part of the film’s allotted budget (sic).”

Reports indicate that Pushpa 2: The Rule, with a reported budget of ₹500 crore, may have secured a massive deal for theatrical rights in North India, potentially fetching Rs 200 crore. Additionally, digital rights for the film could have been sold for a staggering Rs 250 crore.

Despite the excitement surrounding his upcoming projects, the actor is prioritising quality over quantity. He’s committed to his next film with director Atlee, following the release of Pushpa 2 alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil. Currently, his focus is solely on this project, ensuring he can dedicate his full energy to delivering a stellar performance. This dedication extends to his Bollywood aspirations, as he’s currently holding off on entering those discussions.

What are your thoughts on Allu Arjun’s hiked fees? Watch this space to get the latest update on the same!