The teaser of the film Adipurush was released in Ayodhya on October 2, and soon after, the internet went into a frenzy. The movie’s teaser received more than 72 million views in just over 24 hours, making it the most viewed in recent memory. The film is produced by T-Series Films and Retrophiles and was primarily filmed in Mumbai from February 2021 to November 2022. Adipurush was simultaneously filmed in Hindi and Telugu and directed by Om Raut.
The film’s release has been pushed to June 16, 2023, and it will be shown in normal, 3D, and IMAX 3D theaters. In addition to Hindi and Telugu, the movie will also be dubbed into Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada. With a whopping budget of Rs. 600 crores (US$74 million), Adipurush is among the most expensive Indian films ever made. Due to the significant investment, there is curiosity regarding the cast’s payment.
How Much Is The Adipurush Star Cast Being Paid?
How Much Is The Adipurush Star Cast Being Paid?
Although there has been considerable critique regarding the characters’ appearances, including Lord Hanuman and Ravana, the movie has created quite a buzz. This has put the spotlight on the actors ever since the film’s budget was revealed. Let’s find out how much each actor received for their role in the film.
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How Much Is The Adipurush Star Cast Being Paid?
PrabhasÂ
The South sensation Prabhas, who will play Lord Ram in the movie, has reportedly outbid everyone in terms of payment, similar to how Lord Ram eclipsed every other character in the epic story. According to several media accounts, Prabhas allegedly received a staggering amount of Rs. 120 crores for the role of Ram. Although there has been no formal confirmation, it was also alleged that Prabhas increased his fee to Rs. 150 crores.
Saif Ali KhanÂ
Saif Ali Khan, who recently starred in “Vikram Vedha,” where he charmed everyone by playing a good-hearted police detective, will play a different character in Adipurush. In the forthcoming film, he will play Lanka’s evil ruler, Ravana. He demanded Rs. 12 crores for the role.
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Kriti Sanon
After appearing in the critically acclaimed and award-winning film Mimi, Kriti Sanon will be paired with Prabhas in the upcoming film Adipurush. She will take on the role of Sita, Lord Ram’s bride. According to media reports, she is being paid Rs. 3 crores for this film.
Sunny Singh
In the soon-to-be-released Adipurush movie, which is directed by Om Raut, Sunny Singh, who rose to fame for his performance as Titu in the hit movie “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety,” will also appear. He plays the role of Lakshmana, Lord Rama’s younger brother. His fee for appearing in the film is 1.5 lakhs rupees.
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Sonal Chauhan
Although it is unclear what role she will play, Sonal Chauhan will appear in the upcoming film Adipurush. She reportedly demanded Rs. 50 lakhs for her services.
Adipurush is a highly anticipated film that has already created a buzz with its impressive budget, all-star cast, and massive fan following. With the release date approaching, fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to witness this epic tale come to life on the big screen. Only time will tell whether Adipurush will meet the high expectations set for it, but one thing is for sure – it’s poised to make a significant impact on the Indian film industry.
In case you haven’t watched the teaser yet, here it is:
