While the rise of AI sparks concerns about job security across various sectors, the film industry appears largely insulated from such fears—especially at its upper echelons. Here, top stars command staggering remuneration, often running into hundreds of crores per film. Yet, it’s not just the actors who enjoy such lucrative paychecks. Among the highest earners are the elite technicians, particularly music directors, whose fees are second only to those of film directors.
For years, Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman reigned supreme as the highest-paid music director, reportedly commanding a fee of around Rs 10 crore per film. His legacy set a benchmark that even fellow Oscar laureate M M Keeravani could not surpass, despite the massive success of films like Baahubali 2, where his remuneration details remain undisclosed.
In recent times, newer generation composers such as Anirudh Ravichander have raised the stakes, reportedly charging between Rs 10 to 15 crore per film, though his fees remain flexible depending on the project. Devi Sri Prasad, another prominent name, is known for his selectivity and commands around Rs 10 crore per film, securing his position among the top-tier music directors.
Despite the myriad of talented composers contributing tirelessly to the industry, only a handful possess the kind of national-level brand value that justifies such astronomical fees.
Adding a surprising twist to this hierarchy, Bollywood media is now abuzz with reports that music director Mithoon has reportedly surpassed all his contemporaries by charging an unprecedented Rs 25 crore for a single film’s music composition. This figure, if true, not only doubles the fees commanded by established stalwarts but also marks a significant shift in the valuation of music directors’ brand power.
Interestingly, Mithoon’s name is not as widely recognized, particularly in North India, making this development all the more noteworthy. Whether this signals a new era of valuation for music directors or an isolated case remains to be seen, but it undeniably highlights the growing importance of brand value in determining remuneration in the film industry.
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