After the massive success of Pushpa 2, Allu Arjun’s stardom has skyrocketed, making him one of the biggest pan-India actors.
His growing fan base, especially in North India, has made him a strong choice for high-profile Bollywood collaborations. Now, reports suggest that he has bagged a mega project originally meant for Salman Khan.
Atlee’s new film
Atlee, the director behind Jawan—one of Bollywood’s highest-grossing films with over $139.2 million worldwide—is all set for his next big project. Initially, this film was planned with Salman Khan as the lead, but due to concerns over his recent box office performances, the producers, Sun Pictures, decided to go with Allu Arjun instead.
Why Salman Khan was replaced?
The film is a high-budget action drama with a reincarnation theme. Initially, Salman Khan was in talks for the role, but Sun Pictures hesitated to invest a massive budget due to his recent box office setbacks. With Pushpa 2 generating immense hype and Allu Arjun’s star power growing beyond the South Indian market, the producers felt he was the perfect fit.
Budget, cast, and production details
Massive budget: Originally set at $72 million, the budget might increase further due to Allu Arjun’s involvement.
Allu Arjun’s fee: Reports suggest that the Pushpa star charged $36 million for Pushpa 2, and he may receive an even bigger paycheck for this project.
Star-studded cast: The movie will feature three female leads, with Janhvi Kapoor being a top choice for one of the roles. Another major Bollywood actor is also expected to join the cast.
Production timeline: Allu Arjun has reportedly agreed to the film, and pre-production is set to begin in April or May, with filming expected to commence later this year.
With Atlee’s knack for commercial blockbusters and Allu Arjun’s unparalleled screen presence, this film is shaping up to be a massive action-packed entertainer.
