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Thug Life cast fees: Kamal Haasan goes SRK way, Trisha Krishnan paid 3 times more than Good Bad Ugly?
Mani Ratnam directed Thug Life has been one of the most anticipated films up for release on June 5, 2025. The fan excitement and buzz surrounding the gangster thriller is palpable and the makers seem to have promised a spectacular watch on the big screens with this one. With just a few days left for the film's release, here's everything you must know about the fees of the multi-starrer upcoming movie. As per a Daily Jagran report, Thug Life has been made on a budget of around Rs. 250-300 crore. Kamal Haasan enters profit sharing with Mani Ratnam Like most A-listed actors, Kamal Haasan has reportedly entered into a profit-sharing deal with the director Mani Ratnam himself. Since Thug Life has been produced jointly by the two of them, they will be sharing the profits earned once the film performs well at the box office. Neither of the two will receive a separate paycheck for their contributions to the film. Silambarasan TR receives the highest paycheck for Thug Life Up next, Silambarasan TR who plays the role of Amaran, is said to have bagged a remuneration of Rs. 40 crore for the movie. After Kamal Haasan's profit-sharing deal, STR is the next one to receive the highest paycheck. Trisha Krishnan's fees gets three times more than Good Bad Ugly Interestingly, Trisha Krishnan also received a hike in her pay. The actress has been paid a fee of Rs. 12 crore for her role as Indhrani. This is three times more than her last film Good Bad Ugly, co-starring Ajith Kumar, where she was paid Rs. 4 crore. She will be playing the character of Kamal Haasan's on-screen love interest in the film. Other cast fees for Thug Life Speaking about the rest of the cast, actress Abhirami received Rs. 50 lakh for the film while Joju George was paid Rs. 1 crore.
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8 hours ago
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Kolla OTT release: When and where to watch Priya Prakash Varrier's Malayalam heist film online
Kolla is a Malayalam movie that hit the big screens in 2023. Directed by Suraj Varma, the film opened to positive responses and viewers appreciated Priya Prakash Varrier's performance in the lead role. Now, the movie is all set to stream online in the coming days. Read on to know more. When and where to watch Kolla Kolla will start streaming on ETV Win from June 19, 2025. Making the announcement on X, the OTT giant wrote, "Block your weekends… June is packed with powerful stories on @etvwin! From heart-touching dramas to emotional journeys — this month, every film is a must-watch!" Check out the official announcement post of Kolla OTT release below: Official trailer and plot of Kolla The plot of the film revolves around Annie and Shilpa. They make a plan to open a beauty parlour as a cover to rob the co-operative bank next door. They carry out the heist with help from CI Stephen. Suspicious of the robbery, Inspector Farooq Rahman begins probing their connection. When Stephen dies of a heart attack, Annie searches for the hidden money and find out that it missing. Somehow, they manage to locate the money but Farooq heinous plan lands Shilpa in jail. What happens next in the movie is now up to you to watch. Cast and crew of Kolla Kolla is directed by Suraj Varma and produced by K.V. Rajeesh, with Lachu Rajeesh serving as the co-producer and Ravi Mathew as the executive producer. The story is penned by the renowned duo Bobby and Sanjay, while the screenplay and dialogues are crafted by Jasim Jalal and Nelson Joseph. The film features cinematography by Rajavel Mohan and editing by Arju Benn. The trailer was cut by RJ Pappan, and the music is composed by Shaan Rahman. Art direction is handled by Rakhil. The cast includes Rajisha Vijayan as none other than Annie and Good Bad Ugly fame Priya Prakash Varrier as Shilpa. Meanwhile, Vinay Forrt plays CI Basheer Rahman, Kollam Sudhi portrays Mesthiri, and Vinod Kedamangalam as Satheeshan.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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- Hindustan Times
Proud parents Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth come together to attend son Yathra's school graduation. See pics
Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth were proud parents as their eldest son, Yathra, graduated from school. On Saturday, Dhanush took to his Instagram account to share the beautiful pictures from the graduation ceremony where he was seen hugging Yathra. Dhanush co-parents sons Yathra and Linga with ex-wife Aishwarya Rajinikanth. (Also read: After Ilaiyaraaja, Dhanush's father Kasthuri Raja to take legal action against Good Bad Ugly team over song) In the pictures, Yathra was seen wearing a deep blue graduation robe and cap, as he embraced Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth who stood in front of him. Dhanush was seen in a white shirt as he hugged him. Aishwarya stood on the other side. In the caption, Dhanush kept it short and precise, 'PROUD PARENTS (red heart emoticons) #yathra' A post shared by Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) Dhanush and Aishwarya got married in 2004 and are parents to two sons, Linga and Yatra. They live close to each other in Poes Garden, and the children spend time with both parents. The couple continues to co-parent their sons and frequently share pictures with them on their social media accounts. On January 17, 2022, Dhanush announced their separation via a post on X, stating, '18 years of togetherness as friends, couple, as parents and well-wishers to each other. The journey has been one of growth, understanding, adjustment, and adaptation. Today, we stand at a place where our paths separate.' Their divorce was granted last year. On the work front, Dhanush will be seen next in Kuberaa, which also stars Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna and Jim Sarbh. The teaser of the film was released a few days ago and intrigued fans. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Sekhar Kammula, the music for the film is composed by Devi Sri Prasad. The movie is set to hit theatres on June 20 later this year. Meanwhile, it was announced at the Cannes Film Festival that Dhanush will star in and as APJ Abdul Kalam in a biopic directed by Om Raut.
Hans India
4 days ago
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Priya Prakash Varrier stuns in yellow
Priya Prakash Varrier, who rose to fame with her iconic wink, is back in the limelight with her special song appearance in the film Good Bad Ugly. The song, Thottu Thottu Pesum Sulatana, is a remake of the 1999 Tamil hit from Ethirum Puthirum, originally featuring Simran and Raju Sundaram. In this version, Priya shares the screen with Arjun Das, adding her signature charm to the number. Alongside the song, Priya recently posted vibrant pictures in a flowing yellow dress that caught fans' attention. The sleeveless outfit with a strappy top and gathered waist, paired with a light embroidered dupatta tossed playfully, made for a perfect summer-ready look. Her loose wavy hair and simple jhumkas completed the breezy, traditional aesthetic. On the professional front, Priya is gearing up for two upcoming Hindi films. She will be seen in 3 Monkeys, a heist thriller directed by Abbas–Mustan, starring opposite Arjun Rampal. The film is produced by Allarakha Vohra and Sayeed Vohra. She also stars in Love Hackers, a cyber-crime drama directed by Mayank Prakash Srivastava, alongside Brijendra Kala and Pawan Malhotra.
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5 days ago
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Odd Jobs to Stardom: 13 South Indian actors who worked as Taxi driver, barber to backstage worker
South cinema and its actors have always resonated with an aura of glitz, glamour, and opulence. These artists have excelled in their craft and reached the pinnacle of success, both metaphorically and objectively. However, did you know that many of these stars came from humble beginnings and started as modest breadwinners? Check out the following actors who had modest starts and did odd jobs before acting. South Indian celebs and their odd jobs 1. Rajinikanth Known for: Jailer, Sivaji, Enthiran, Baashha, Coolie Before fame job: Bus conductor Industry: Tamil Current fame level: Superstar Thalaivar, aka Rajinikanth, needs no introduction. The actor has set a benchmark with a prolific career spanning decades. Before acting, the senior superstar worked as a bus conductor. He served in the Bangalore Transport Service, conducting on bus route 10A. Meanwhile, he continued participating in various plays, which fueled his passion for acting. After achieving success, he once made a surprise visit to the bus depot where he used to work before becoming a legendary actor. 2. Ajith Kumar Known for: Vidaamuyarchi, Good Bad Ugly, Valimai, Vedalam, Billa Before fame job: Apprentice mechanic Industry: Tamil Current fame level: Padma Bhushan awardee Ajith Kumar has carved out a versatile identity for himself. Besides his gifted acting skills, the senior star is also an accomplished motorsports driver, balancing both passions equally. Ajith dropped out of school after class 10 and began working as an apprentice mechanic for Enfield. Given his passion for vehicles, he took to the work in good spirits. After six months, his father encouraged him to take up a white-collar job, which became the first stepping stone toward his acting career. 3. Vijay Sethupathi Known for: Merry Christmas, Ace, Maharaj, Jawan, Naanum Rowdy Dhaan Before fame job: Accountant Industry: Tamil Current fame level: National film award recipient Vijay Sethupathi is undeniably one of the leading stars of Kollywood, consistently raising the bar with every performance. He recently won a National Award for his outstanding contributions to cinema. Before his successful film career, Vijay worked as an accountant in Dubai before returning to India. He then managed the accounts of the theatre group Koothu-P-Pattarai. It was during this period that his passion for acting blossomed, and since then, he has become one of the most sought-after actors in Tamil cinema. 4. Yash Known for: KGF series, Toxic, Mr and Mrs Ramachari, Rocky Before fame job: Backstage worker Industry: Kannada Current fame level: Filmfare award recipient Yash is widely recognized as a powerhouse of talent in Kannada cinema. Before his big break in films, he worked backstage in a theatre group, earning a daily allowance of just Rs. 50. His passion for acting kept him committed to this work, and gradually he began auditioning for roles. He landed smaller projects in telefilms and television serials, which laid a strong foundation for his successful career ahead. 5. Dulquer Salmaan Known for: Lucky Baskhar, Sita Ramam, King of Kotha, Kurup, Mahanati Before fame job: IT worker Industry: Malayalam Current fame level: Kerala State Film award recipient Dulquer Salmaan's modest beginnings include a significant period working in an IT firm in Dubai. Despite holding a corporate management degree and having a full-time job, he found the routine boring and monotonous. Following in his father Mammootty's footsteps, he decided to pursue a career in films. Dulquer left his job and enrolled in an acting school in Mumbai. He made his acting debut in 2012 with the film Second Show. 6. Rishab Shetty Known for: Kantara, Bell Bottom, Mishan Impossible, Hero, Jai Hanuman Before fame job: Taxi driver Industry: Kannada Current fame level: National film award recipient Rishab Shetty is a force to reckon with in the Kannada film industry. The actor, who delivered a massive hit with Kantara, has already won three National Awards in a short span. But did you know that before acting, Rishab worked as a taxi driver and took on various odd jobs like selling water cans, working in real estate, and even hotel work? These jobs helped him earn enough to support himself while he pursued his passion and searched for his big break in films. 7. Suriya Known for: Retro, Kanguva, Jai Bhim, Soorarai Pottru, Ghajini Before fame job: Garment factory worker Industry: Tamil Current fame level: Highest paid Tamil actors Suriya has been one of the most sought-after Tamil actors over the years, earning multiple accolades and a massive fan following across the country. Before his film career took off, Suriya worked for several months in a garment export business, carrying out his job discreetly without revealing that he was the son of renowned actor Sivakumar. He later began auditioning and landed his first role in the 1997 film Nerukku Ner, directed by Mani Ratnam. 8. Sivakarthikeyan Known for: Amaran, Maaveeran, Doctor, Remo, Parasakthi Before fame job: Stand-up comedian Industry: Tamil Current fame level: Kalaimamani award (Highest civilian award in TN) Sivakarthikeyan has firmly established himself as one of the leading actors in Tamil cinema. He has also worked across multiple South Indian languages, becoming one of the most sought-after stars. Before his rise to stardom, SK had humble beginnings, performing mimicry and stand-up comedy right after college. Driven by his passion for films, he often took breaks from studies to audition for reality shows. Today, the actor boasts a string of massive box office hits worth crores and has an impressive slate of upcoming projects. 9. Nani Known for: HIT 3, Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, Hi Nanna, Dasara, Jersey Before fame job: Radio jockey Industry: Telugu Current fame level: Highest paid and most popular Telugu actor Nani has won the hearts of millions with his versatility and talent, showcasing true skill and passion for cinema. Before rising as a mainstream actor, Nani worked briefly as a radio jockey for World Space Satellite, a role he landed through a friend. He hosted the popular show Non-Stop with Nani for about a year, quickly gaining a loyal audience. 10. Kamal Haasan Known for: Vikram, Indian 2, Vishwaroopam, Anbe Sivam, Thug Life Before fame job: Barber at a salon Industry: Tamil Current fame level: Padma Bhushan recipient Kamal Haasan's impact on Tamil cinema has set a benchmark for many to admire. The talented senior actor continues to captivate audiences with his work across a career spanning decades. Before his film success, Kamal Haasan once worked as a barber at a salon—an odd job he took up partly to tease his mother. Now, at 70, Kamal Haasan is gearing up for his next big release, Thug Life, an upcoming action thriller. 11. Mohanlal Known for: Merry Christmas, Ace, Maharaj, Jawan, Naanum Rowdy Dhaan Before fame job: Accountant Industry: Tamil Current fame level: Padma Bhushan recipient Mohanlal is undoubtedly an iconic figure in the Malayalam film industry. With a career spanning decades, the senior actor has delivered countless unforgettable box office hits. However, did you know that before entering films, he was a state-level wrestler? Yes, it's true. He pursued wrestling professionally right after college. After winning at the state level, Mohanlal was set to compete in a national wrestling championship in New Delhi but had to withdraw at the last minute due to a film audition scheduled the same day. 12. Mammootty Known for: Agent, Kannur Squad, Turbo, Ozler, Rorschach Before fame job: Practicing lawyer Industry: Malayalam Current fame level: Leading superstar of Malayalam cinema Mammootty is another iconic name in Malayalam cinema, known for a remarkable career spanning decades. He enjoys a massive fan following in Kerala and is one of the most celebrated actors in South Indian cinema. Before entering films, Mammootty was a full-time practicing lawyer. He completed his LLB from Government Law College in Ernakulam and practiced law in the Manjeri area for two years. At the age of 20, he made his film debut with a minor role in Vilkkanundu Swapnangal, released in 1980. 13. Jr NTR Jr NTR is one of the most sought-after Telugu actors today, known for delivering globally acclaimed films like RRR, directed by SS Rajamouli. Before entering films, Tarak was a trained Kuchipudi dancer. He began training in this classical dance form at the age of 13 and perfected it over the years, even performing internationally. However, his passion for films eventually took over, and Jr NTR steadily carved a highly successful career in Telugu cinema. Conclusion Agree or not, none of these notable South actors had fame and stardom served to them on a silver platter. They worked hard, took on odd jobs, and often prioritized survival over their passion for films.
