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India's highest-paid comedian, once sold eggs on street, then charged more than Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, used to scare heroes with his…, name was…
Names like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, are highest-paid actors today, charging over Rs 150 crore per film precisely. These superstars headline mass entertainers, the genre that majorly dominates the box office. So, it would be difficult to imagine a time when the title of India's highest-paid actor was once held by a comedian. Well, today we will be discussing this talented artist whose impeccable films and hilarious performances etched his name in the Indian Industry forever. In 1960s, he wasn't just India's leading comedian, but also a bankable star in his own right. He was none other than Mehmood, son of Mumtaz Ali, who was a dancer and actor in Bombay Talkies. Mehmood's family faced severe financial challenges due to which his father fell into alcoholism and lost his career. Due to unfortunate circumstances, he became the sole earner of his family. To make ends meet, Mehmood did several odd jobs to survive. He worked as a driver, sold eggs on street, also became a horse-riding instructor and tennis coach. During this difficult phase, he managed to enter the film industry and stared working as a junior artiste. In 1950s, he made his name as comic character actor by appearing in supporting roles like CID and Pyasa. Following that, he led many successful films like Padosan, Bhoot Bungla, Johar Mehmood in Hong Kong, Bombay to Goa, and became the highest-paid actor in the country. Reportedly, Mehmood used to charge Rs 7.5 lakh for just two-week cameos in films at the time. Even superstars like Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Shammi Kapoor were not able to cross this mark until mid-70s. The ace comedian's presence intimated heroes to an extent that they would reject starring with him in the same film. In 1996, he released Dushman Duniya Ka , his final directorial. His final on-screen appearance was in Ghar Bazar , a box office flop. The actor passed away in 2004, leaving millions of his fans shattered and heartbroken.
India.com
2 days ago
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- India.com
India's highest-paid comedian, charged more than Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, used to scare heroes with his..., name was...
India's highest-paid comedian, charged more than Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, used to scare heroes with his..., name was... Names like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, are highest-paid actors today, charging over Rs 150 crore per film precisely. These superstars headline mass entertainers, the genre that majorly dominates the box office. So, it would be difficult to imagine a time when the title of India's highest-paid actor was once held by a comedian. Well, today we will be discussing this talented artist whose impeccable films and hilarious performances etched his name in the Indian Industry forever. In 1960s, he wasn't just India's leading comedian, but also a bankable star in his own right. He was none other than Mehmood, son of Mumtaz Ali, who was a dancer and actor in Bombay Talkies. Mehmood's family faced severe financial challenges due to which his father fell into alcoholism and lost his career. Due to unfortunate circumstances, he became the sole earner of his family. To make ends meet, Mehmood did several odd jobs to survive. He worked as a driver, sold eggs on street, also became a horse-riding instructor and tennis coach. During this difficult phase, he managed to enter the film industry and stared working as a junior artiste. In 1950s, he made his name as comic character actor by appearing in supporting roles like CID and Pyasa. Following that, he led many successful films like Padosan, Bhoot Bungla, Johar Mehmood in Hong Kong, Bombay to Goa, and became the highest-paid actor in the country. Reportedly, Mehmood used to charge Rs 7.5 lakh for just two-week cameos in films at the time. Even superstars like Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Shammi Kapoor were not able to cross this mark until mid-70s. The ace comedian's presence intimated heroes to an extent that they would reject starring with him in the same film. In 1996, he released Dushman Duniya Ka , his final directorial. His final on-screen appearance was in Ghar Bazar , a box office flop. The actor passed away in 2004, leaving millions of his fans shattered and heartbroken.
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27-05-2025
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Amid 'Hera Pheri 3' controversy, Priyadarshan breaks silence on Akshay Kumar editing John Abraham's role in 'Garam Masala': 'He never showed interest in...'
There were rumours and reports that Akshay edited John's role and the director has now broken silence on the same read more Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan came together for Garam Masala in 2005 after the success of Hera Pheri. The film also had John Abraham as the leading man with Kumar. There were rumours and reports that Akshay edited John's role and the director has now broken silence on the same. Priyadarshan told Filmfare, 'Am I an idiot to let one of my actors make my film for me? This is nothing but a figment of a troublesome journalist's imagination. It may be some people's idea of publicity, not mine. I've been around for too long to let actors dictate to me.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Further, he added, 'Akshay never showed the slightest inclination to invade John's territory. In fact, I've been in touch with John. Not once has he expressed any grievance against Akshay. So who are these people spreading these rumours?' The Hera Pheri 3 fiasco As Paresh Rawal quits Hera Pheri 3, the actor has clarified on Twitter there are no 'creative differences' with the makers. Paresh Rawal had recently tweeted- 'I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I REITERATE THAT THERE ARE NO CREATIVE DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FILM MAKER . I hold immense love, respect, and faith in Mr. Priyadarshan the film director.' In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Priyadarshan , the man himself has made some shocking statements on the fiasco. The director said, 'I don't care whether it's made or not. I was doing it for Akshay. I really don't want to work anymore. I have some commitments to fulfil. I've just completed Bhoot Bungla with Akshay, and I have a film with Akshay and Saif that I am committed to direct. Beyond that, I don't need this kind of tension. I would rather play with my grandchild than make movies with unprofessional actors.'
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21-05-2025
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Priyadarshan makes shocking statement on Paresh Rawal's exit from 'Hera Pheri 3': 'I don't care whether it's made or not, Paresh messaged me saying...'
Paresh Rawal had recently tweeted- 'I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I REITERATE THAT THERE ARE NO CREATIVE DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FILM MAKER.' read more As Paresh Rawal quits Hera Pheri 3, the actor has clarified on Twitter there are no 'creative differences' with the makers. Paresh Rawal had recently tweeted- 'I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I REITERATE THAT THERE ARE NO CREATIVE DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FILM MAKER . I hold immense love, respect, and faith in Mr. Priyadarshan the film director.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD But now, a viral post of a crew member on this film has shared a long note that possibly hints at the makers' unprofessionalism. Was that the reason why Rawal quit? Only time will tell. In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Priyadarshan, the man himself has made some shocking statements on the fiasco. The director said, 'I don't care whether it's made or not. I was doing it for Akshay. I really don't want to work anymore. I have some commitments to fulfil. I've just completed Bhoot Bungla with Akshay, and I have a film with Akshay and Saif that I am committed to direct. Beyond that, I don't need this kind of tension. I would rather play with my grandchild than make movies with unprofessional actors.' He also said, 'Paresh indicated nothing. When I heard about his decision, I messaged him to ask what happened. He replied saying I shouldn't try to call him because he didn't want to talk about it, and that he does not want to disrespect me. Is this how you show respect? Subhash, I am very, very hurt. There are two actors I've worked with the most: Mohanlal and Paresh Rawal. In Hindi, I don't think there's any actor I've worked with as extensively as Paresh. Every time I wrote a script in Hindi; I would find a proper place for Paresh.' He added, 'I'm in my village right now, peacefully spending time with my relatives, watching the sky. The last thing I need is this kind of tension. I don't care for the stress of filmmaking anymore. I would be happy to retire right now. I've done enough work. I no longer feel excited about filmmaking.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
When a comedian was India's highest-paid actor, charged more for cameos than Amitabh Bachchan, Salman did for full films
The highest-paid actors in the country today are the biggest superstars - the men (almost always) with the power to draw the masses. Names like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Prabhas, Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Allu Arjun charge over ₹150 crore per film routinely. These are the heroes of mass actioners, the genre that gets the most traction at the box office, justifying their large salaries. So, it would be hard to imagine a time when a comedian was the highest-paid actor in India. Although he started as a child artist with Kismet in the 1940s, Mehmood made his name as a comic character actor in the 1950s, appearing in supporting roles in films like CID and Pyaasa. But the actor always harboured ambitions of being a leading man. In the 1960s, Mehmood established himself as not just India's premier comedian but a bankable star in his own right. With films like Padosan, Bhoot Bungla, Johar Mehmood in Hong Kong, and Bombay to Goa, he led successful films. During this juncture, in the late 60s, Mehmood was the highest-paid actor in the country. According to The Print, the comedy king was charging ₹7.5 lakh for just two-week cameos in films at this time. This is when top actors like Sunil Dutt, Dharmendra, Shammi Kapoor, and Rajendra Kumar were charging under ₹5 lakh for full films. Even superstars like Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan would not cross the ₹7.5 lakh mark till the mid-70s, and that too for a full schedule. It is estimated that even till the 80s, Mehmood charged more for his cameos than younger heroes like Salman Khan and Aamir Khan were getting for their first few films. The actor appeared in films only sporadically after the 80s, doing cameos in films like Andaz Apna Apna and Guddu. In 1996, he directed Dushman Duniya Ka, his final directorial. Two years later, he had his final on-screen appearance in Ghar Bazar, a box office bomb. Mehmood died in Mumbai in 2004 at the age of 71.
