‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’: Pawan Kalyan’s remuneration for the film; actor says ‘ I’ll consider my remuneration only if…’ | Telugu Movie News
Pawan Kalyan is all set for his massive comeback with the epic film ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ which hit the big screens on this day, July 24.. With paid premieres set for the evening of July 23, the film’s release marks the end of a turbulent journey that spanned over five years.During the press event for the film, as reported by Hindustan Times, the actor-politician admitted that he typically avoids promotions but now feels a moral obligation towards producers whose projects were affected by both natural and political disruptions. “There was Corona, a natural disaster, and then a man-made disaster due to politics,” he said. That growing sense of accountability appears to be the driving force behind his renewed presence ahead of the film’s release.
“I’ll consider my remuneration only if it’s a hit”
During the promotional interaction, Pawan touched upon a topic that has long intrigued trade circles—his remuneration for ‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’. Reports have speculated that he charged anywhere between Rs 11 crore and Rs 20 crore for the film, a considerable drop from the Rs 50 crore he was said to have taken for ‘Bro’.
However, brushing aside the rumours, Pawan hinted that the numbers don’t matter much to him right now. “Because even my remuneration for this…. I don’t know, I’ll consider it if it may become a hit tomorrow,” he said candidly. His priority, he emphasized, was for the film to succeed so that the producer, AM Rathnam, could recover his investment.
A film long in the making finally arrives
‘Hari Hara Veera Mallu’ has seen multiple delays, director changes, and a long production stretch, particularly as Pawan Kalyan took time off to contest in the Andhra Pradesh elections, later becoming the Deputy Chief Minister. Initially directed by Krish, the film was eventually completed by Jyothi Krisna, Rathnam’s son.In this long-awaited period drama, Pawan plays the titular outlaw, with Nidhhi Agerwal appearing as dancer Panchami, and Bobby Deol taking on the role of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. Titled ‘HHVM: Part 1—Sword vs Spirit’, the film’s sequel is expected to move forward depending on the response to this first part.
