At 54, Ajay Devgn is basking in the peak of his career, with over three decades of successful ventures in the film industry. Set to feature in Vikas Bahl’s upcoming horror thriller, “Shaitaan,” alongside R Madhavan, Jyotika, and Janki Bodiwala, Devgn portrays a middle-aged man whose life takes an ominous turn when a mysterious intruder enters his home, putting his teenage daughter under a hypnotic spell. The ensuing narrative weaves a gripping tale of the battle between good and evil.
R Madhavan, taking on the role of the main antagonist in this spine-chilling drama, earned a substantial Rs 10 crore for his performance. Now, let’s delve into the remuneration details for Janki Bodiwala, Jyotika, and Ajay Devgn in the film.
Ajay Devgn
Ajay Devgn, whose illustrious career began with the 1991 film “Phool Aur Kaante,” stands as one of Bollywood’s most versatile performers. Despite his significant contributions to the industry, reports from NDTV and ABPLive suggest that Devgn opted for a fee of Rs 25 crore for his role in “Shaitaan,” a figure comparatively modest given his past box-office successes.
R Madhavan
National Award-winning actor R Madhavan, recognized for his work in Tamil and Hindi cinema, demanded a notable Rs 10 crore for his portrayal of the main villain in Vikas Bahl’s horror thriller. During the trailer launch, Madhavan expressed admiration for his co-star, Ajay Devgn, stating, “I have been in the industry long enough to know that if there is a real Singham in the industry, it is him. I have been a huge fan of Ajay sir’s work, especially the way he emotes subtly, and the kind of roles he does.”
Jyotika and Janki Bodiwala
Meanwhile, Jyotika and Janki Bodiwala commanded fees of Rs 5 crore and Rs 2-3 crore, respectively, according to the same NDTV report.
Additionally, the report mentions that the film “Shaitaan” was produced within a budget ranging from Rs 60 to 65 crore.
