After Jawan Success, Nayanthara Hikes Fee to Act Opposite Megastar

Nayanthara, who has earned a distinguished position in the South Indian film industry as the "Lady Superstar," is once again making headlines over her remuneration. Having sustained her career as a leading actress for nearly two decades, she is reportedly demanding a staggering ₹18 crore for a new Telugu film, according to widespread industry buzz.

This film is said to be a high-profile project featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead role. According to reports from Tollywood circles, Nayanthara has been approached to star alongside Chiranjeevi, and in return, she has allegedly quoted the aforementioned sum. Discussions are currently underway between the production team and the actress regarding this demand.

Although her recent films, such as Annapoorani and Test, did not perform as expected at the box office, industry insiders claim that Nayanthara's popularity remains unaffected. Despite her focus on personal life, including marriage and parenting her twin children, her market value appears undiminished.

Her earlier performance in the Bollywood blockbuster Jawan, where she acted opposite Shah Rukh Khan, significantly boosted her pan-Indian appeal. Reports suggest she received a remuneration of around ₹12 crore for that film. Industry observers believe that the success of Jawan has prompted her to reassess her compensation, aligning it with her expanded market stature.

It is currently understood that the producers of the upcoming big-budget Telugu project have approached Nayanthara for a central role. The actress’s demand for ₹18 crore is presently under discussion, and if accepted, this would mark a new record for the highest remuneration commanded by an actress in the South Indian film industry.

Nayanthara has previously shared screen space with Chiranjeevi in Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy and Godfather. Whether this celebrated on-screen pair will reunite for a third time, and whether the producers will agree to her remuneration terms, remains to be seen. However, her pay demand has already become a widely discussed topic within industry circles.