Tamil superstar, Thalapathy Vijay, known for his massive fan following and blockbuster movies, is making headlines with his upcoming film projects and entry into politics. Vijay, one of India's highest-paid actors, has been in the news for the whopping amounts he charges for his films.
His last movie, 'Leo', was a big hit, earning a lot at the box office, and for it, he was paid Rs 120 crores. Now, he's set to appear in 'The Greatest Of All Time', opposite actress Meenakshi Chaudhary, a film directed by Venkat Prabhu, where rumours suggest he's bumped his fee up to Rs 200 crore to play a soldier.
Furthermore, there's buzz about Vijay teaming up with director H Vinoth for a political satire. H Vinoth is known for his work with Thala Ajith in movies like 'Nerkonda Parvaai' and 'Valimai'. It's reported that for this new project, Vijay's fee has skyrocketed to Rs 250 crore.
In Vijay's films, his payment usually accounts for 75 percent of the production cost. With this new film, he's ranked as the second highest-paid actor in Tamil cinema, just behind the legendary Rajinikanth.
Speaking of Rajinikanth, he's also reported to charge Rs 250 crores for his next film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, 'Thalaivar 171'. This comes after his recent success with 'Jailer', which brought in Rs 600 crore in 2023.
Thalapathy Vijay's ability to draw large audiences and secure big earnings from digital and satellite rights for his films makes him a highly sought-after actor among producers. His star power is seen as a guarantee for a film's success, irrespective of its story. However, despite the huge numbers being discussed, Vijay's rumored fee of Rs 250 crore still doesn't match up to the highest amounts speculated in the South Indian film industry, which is said to be around Rs 150 crore for a single actor. Yet, Vijay's consistent success at the box office and his market appeal keep him at the forefront of Tamil cinema, making him one of the most lucrative investments for filmmakers.
As Thalapathy Vijay continues to entertain millions with his films, his reported venture into politics adds another exciting chapter to his career. Fans are eager to see what he brings to the table, both on the big screen and in the political arena.
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