Thalapathy Vijay was paid a whopping Rs 200 crore pay cheque for 'GOAT'

Archana Kalpathi explained that this significant payment surpasses the budget of their previous hit, 'Bigil', and reflects Vijay’s phenomenal box office success and rising market value in recent years.

Thalapathy Vijay, one of South Indian cinema’s biggest icons, is set to make a powerful impact with his upcoming film 'GOAT'. Initially, reports estimated his fee at around Rs 150 crore, but producer Archana Kalpathi recently confirmed in an interview with Gallata that Vijay was actually paid a staggering Rs 200 crore for the film, placing him among the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema.

Archana Kalpathi explained that this significant payment surpasses the budget of their previous hit, 'Bigil', and reflects Vijay’s phenomenal box office success and rising market value in recent years.

Archana Kalpathi revealed that "We have spent Rs 400 crore for GOAT, including GST," highlighting the substantial investment in the film. Addressing the significant expenditure, especially considering that actor Vijay received half the budget, Archana explained, "A star’s salary is proportional to the box-office revenue they can generate. Our production house doesn’t factor in the money that comes from OTT, satellite, and other language rights. We believe a film should recover the costs, and more, during its theatrical run."

She emphasized that relying solely on the sale of OTT and satellite rights isn't a sustainable approach, stating, "Yes, OTT and satellite are fixed, and they are not reliant on BO prospects. Irrespective of the box-office results, they will adhere to the commitment for that particular film. But it might reflect in subsequent films, and we are in this industry for the long run."

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She also disclosed that 'GOAT' has already secured profits for the production team, with its budget fully recovered through pre-release deals. This hefty fee highlights Vijay’s unmatched star power, vast fan base, and the high expectations surrounding 'GOAT', which is expected to be a major box office success.

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Directed by Venkat Prabhu, 'GOAT'—short for 'The Greatest Of All Time'—is being produced on a massive budget of around Rs 340 crore, with a significant portion allocated to Vijay's remuneration. The film has generated significant buzz ahead of its release, and with its strong commercial appeal, the makers are optimistic about its performance across Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi-speaking markets. Pre-release bookings are already strong, setting the stage for a grand opening on the big screen.