Rajkummar Rao, Bollywood’s poster boy for versatility, has fans buzzing again—but this time, it’s about money! After the smashing success of Stree 2 alongside Shraddha Kapoor, whispers about Rao hiking his fees to a jaw-dropping ₹5 crore per film started making rounds. The actor, known for his grounded nature, didn’t mince words while addressing the chatter.
“I read different figures every day. I’m not stupid enough to burden my producers,” Rajkummar quipped in an interview with Indian Express, shutting down the gossip with his signature candor.
But wait, there’s more! Rao clarified that while success might bring in the moolah, it hasn’t shaken his core values. “For me, acting is passion,” he added, emphasizing his focus on meaningful roles rather than fat paychecks.
The ₹20 Lakh Car Confession
Despite his box-office success, the actor isn’t living it up like some Bollywood bigwigs. On Unfiltered by Samdish, he spilled some relatable beans, laughing off the idea of being loaded. “I manage my EMI for my home, but no, I’m not buying ₹6 crore cars!” he joked. Though a ₹20 lakh car? “That’s my comfort zone,” he admitted, with a cheeky grin.
From Humble Beginnings to the Stree Universe
Rajkummar’s success story isn’t all glitz and glamour. In an interview with Raj Shamani, he reflected on his modest upbringing in a joint family. “I didn’t grow up with money. But we weren’t starving either,” he shared. Rao’s mother, a true superhero, shielded her kids from financial stress, often reaching out to relatives to ensure they had books and tuition fees.
This humility seems to drive his choices even today, as he continues to navigate superstardom with level-headedness.
Stree 2’s Box Office Domination
Meanwhile, Stree 2 is having a field day at the box office, becoming the highest-grossing film of the year. With Amar Kaushik at the helm, the movie pits the town of Chanderi against the menacing villain, Sarkata, with Stree stepping up to save the day. Cameos by Akshay Kumar and Varun Dhawan only added to the film’s blockbuster appeal, alongside a stellar cast featuring Aparshakti Khurana and Abhishek Banerjee.
So, is Rajkummar’s rumored fee hike just a juicy rumor or a sign of Bollywood finally recognizing his worth? Either way, his fans are here for all the drama—and the Stree Universe expansion!