Mumbai: Salman Khan, one of the most popular Bollywood actors, has been paid an exorbitant fee of over Rs 100 crore for the upcoming action-drama ‘Sikandar.’
According to a report in Filmibeat, Salman has apparently charged Rs 120 crore for the film.
However, leading lady Rashmika Mandanna has not even got one-tenth of Salman’s fee. She is reportedly being paid only Rs 5 crore for the film. Kajal Aggarwal, who also features in the movie, is reportedly getting Rs 3 crore.
Bankrolled by Salman’s friend Sajid Nadiadwala and directed by AR Murugadoss, ‘Sikandar’ is one of the highly-anticipated films of 2025.
Recently, the makers released teaser of the song ‘Zohra Jabeen’ from the film. The teaser showcases the sizzling chemistry between Salman and Rashmika.
500 Dancers Were Flown From Turkey For ‘Zohra Jabeen’
A source revealed that the filmmakers got 500 dancers from Turkey for shooting the song on a grand scale.
“For the final song of Sikandar, 500 highly skilled dancers from Turkey were specially flown in, bringing their exceptional talent and precision to create an unforgettable visual spectacle. This massive sequence, shot on an enormous scale, required meticulous planning and coordination. The dancers, known for their expertise in high-energy choreography, added a unique flair to the performance, making it one of the most ambitious and visually stunning segments of the film,” the source said.
The film will hit theatres on Eid this year.