“Crew” soars as the third highest-opening film of 2024, marking a groundbreaking achievement as the highest-grossing female-led film on its debut day. Directed by Rajesh Krishnan and produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Anil Kapoor Films & Communication Network, the movie raked in Rs 20.07 crore worldwide on its first day, followed by Rs 21.06 crore on Day 2 and a remarkable Rs 29.25 crore on Day 3. Starring Kareena Kapoor, Kriti Sanon, and Tabu in lead roles, this comedy-thriller follows the journey of three cabin crew members navigating the complexities of the airline industry, only to find themselves entangled in a web of deceit and unforeseen circumstances.
In addition to the three lead actresses, “Crew” features an ensemble cast including Diljit Dosanjh, Kapil Sharma, Saswata Chatterjee, Rajesh Sharma, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda. The onscreen chemistry among the lead trio has captivated audiences’ attention since the release of the trailer. Now, let’s delve into the fees charged by Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Tabu.
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s fee:
Kareena Kapoor Khan, popularly known as Bebo, stands as one of Bollywood’s highest-paid actresses. Portraying the character of Jasmine Rana, a dedicated crew member, Khan reportedly commanded a staggering fee of Rs 10 crore for her role in the heist film, according to Koimoi. This marks her second venture in a women-centric film, following her acclaimed performance in the 2018 release “Veere Di Wedding,” where she starred alongside Sonam Kapoor Ahuja, Shikha Talsania, and Swara Bhaskar, under the direction of Rhea Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor.
Kriti Sanon fee:
As per Koimoi reports, Kriti Sanon commanded a fee ranging from Rs 3-4 crores for her role in the film. Her previous appearance was in “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya” alongside Shahid Kapoor. In “Crew,” Sanon portrays the character of Divya Rana, a crew member who deceives her parents by claiming to be a pilot. She received acclaim for her portrayal as a humanoid robot programmed for love and had previously won the National Award for Best Actress for her performance as a surrogate mother in “Mimi.”
Tabu’s fees:
Tabu reportedly charged Rs 3-4 crore for playing the role of Geeta in the film. She was last seen in Bholaa alongside Ajay Devgn.
Diljit Dosanjh and Kapil Sharma’s fee:
Diljit and Kapil are playing the supporting lead in the film. According to Koimoi’s reports, the Punjabi singer and actor charged Rs 3 crore for playing the role of customs officer Jaiveer Singh, while Kapil charged Rs 50 lakh for portraying the role of Tabu’s husband.