Devara Cast Compensation: How Much Did Jr NTR and Saif Ali Khan Get?

The highly anticipated film Devara: Part 1 hit theaters on September 27, starring top actors like Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan. Since its announcement in April 2021, the film has been generating a lot of buzz thanks to its huge budget, powerful plot and talented cast. Fans have been waiting for a while now to see how the film fares at the box office, especially since it is Jr NTR’s solo release after six years and Janhvi Kapoor’s debut in South Indian cinema.

Set in the late 1980s and 1990s, Devara: Part 1 follows protagonist Devara, played by Jr NTR, as he fights to save his homeland from impending threats. Given the sensation of Devara at the box office, let’s take a look at the remuneration of the cast and crew.

Cast and crew salaries

1. Jr. NTR

Jr NTR is the highest paid actor in the film with a salary of Rs 60 Crore. This represents a 33% increase over his earnings in the RRR where he earned Rs 45 crore. His paycheck reflects his growing popularity, as his earnings alone account for 20% of the film’s budget.

2. Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor, who entered the South Indian film industry for the first time, was initially set to earn Rs 3.5 million. However, as her fan base grew and anticipation for her debut increased, her final salary was increased to Rs 5 Crore. Janhvi’s performance in two songs, Chuttamalle and Daavudi, has already caught the attention of the audience.

3. Saif Ali Khan

Saif Ali Khan, who plays one of the main antagonists in the film, was paid Rs 13 crore for his role. His character Bhaira is portrayed in a very individual way.

4. Prakash Raj

Veteran actor Prakash Raj, who is known for his versatile acting, earned Rs 1.5 million for his role in Devara. Supporting actors Srikanth Murali Sharma and Narain received Rs 50 lakh, Rs 40 lakh and Rs 40 lakh respectively.

5. Koratala Siva

The film’s director Koratala Siva received Rs 30 crore for his work on Devara: Part 1. As an experienced filmmaker known for delivering successful projects, his remuneration reflects his experience and the high expectations of the film’s outcome.