-Shocking drop in the fee of Akshay Kumar, Rs 60 to 6 crore only?
By
Ruby Zaidi
Akshay Kumar, known for his versatility and action-packed performances, has indeed been one of the highest-paid actors in India.
However, his continuous flops suggest that he has lost stardom and to remain in the Industry he has cut down his remuneration strategy.
Akshay Kumar has had a remarkable journey in the Indian film industry. His filmography includes a wide range of genres, from comedy to drama, and he has consistently delivered successful movies. In Bollywood, he use to charge around Rs. 60 to 80 crores for a project, making him one of the top earners in Bollywood.
The tide seems to be shifting. Despite being a bankable star, Akshay Kumar has faced huge setbacks with his film releases in the year 2021, 2022, 2023 and now 2024,. Several of his movies have not performed as expected and some turned out disasters at the box-office.
According to reports, the actor has now decided to reduce his remuneration to the lowest significantly. The latest update in Telugu film circles indicates that he is charging only Rs 6 crores for his Tollywood project. This drastic reduction in fees is quite surprising, considering his previous high earnings. There are times when he even charged more than Rs 60, 80 crore for a movie.