Karan Johar: Watch out for Vijay Deverakonda

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Vijay Deverakonda is already a popular face in Bollywood and the fact that young Bollywood beauties Janhvi Kapoor and Sara Ali Khan said they have a huge crush on him proves the same. Vijay is now set to venture into the pan-India market with Liger.

As Liger unit gears up for the promotional campaign that is is to follow, Karan Johar, who is co-producing the film said Vijay Deverakonda is the actor to watch out for in Indian cinema.

“I know that Vijay Deverakonda is already an established actor with great skills set. But Bollywood should watch out for him. He has got some serious talent and is capable of making it big in Bollywood. His next film is Liger and the stakes are higher than ever. Ok ,” Karan said.

Karan’s high price on Vijay Deverakonda speaks volumes about the latter’s craze in Bollywood at the moment.


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Ravi Teja’s Smart Move: Fee Cut with Profit Share Strategy

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Ravi Teja, a star who carved his own path in the industry purely through hard work and without the backing of nepotism, has been going through a rough phase with multiple box-office setbacks in a short span. Known for his relentless work ethic, Ravi Teja often signs films back-to-back without much of a break. However, in the film industry, success ultimately dictates a star’s market value and, in turn, their remuneration.

While many actors are reluctant to revise their fees—often driven by ego or insecurity—Ravi Teja seems to be taking a far more grounded and practical approach. His upcoming release Bharta Mahasayulaki Wignyapti, which is hitting screens this week, stands as a clear example. For this film, he reportedly chose to take a relatively lower remuneration coupled with a profit-sharing model, instead of insisting on a hefty upfront paycheck as he did during his peak.

Interestingly, this approach is not limited to just one project. For his forthcoming films as well, Ravi Teja is said to have reduced his remuneration to nearly one-third of what he once commanded. Until recently, his highest reported fee was around ₹25 crore. However, for his ongoing Mythri Movie Makers project directed by Siva Nirvana, he has allegedly agreed to a base remuneration of about ₹8 crore along with a profit-sharing arrangement.

This shift is being seen as a healthy and forward-thinking move that benefits not just producers but the industry as a whole. Lower financial pressure on filmmakers encourages better content, balanced budgets, and long-term sustainability. Ravi Teja’s decision reflects maturity and adaptability—qualities essential for career longevity. In many ways, he is setting a precedent, and it wouldn’t be surprising if more top stars eventually follow this pragmatic model.