Ahead Of Leo’s Release, Vijay Becomes The Second Highest-Paid Kollywood Actor Of All Time

Thalapathy Vijay, a South Indian film sensation, stands as one of the most prominent Indian actors in the industry. His upcoming film, Leo, has created an unprecedented buzz, and recent reports reveal that he will be receiving an astounding Rs 120 crore for his role in the movie. This remarkable remuneration cements Thalapathy Vijay’s position as the second-highest-paid actor in Kollywood, the Tamil film industry, right behind the legendary superstar Rajinikanth.

Vijay’s journey to becoming one of the most sought-after actors in the industry is nothing short of remarkable. Reports suggest that for his first film, Vetri, released in 1984, where he appeared as a child artist, he was paid a meagre Rs 500. The sum was handed to him by Tamil actor PS Veerappa.

However, his remuneration skyrocketed after delivering several superhits, including Mersal and Sarkar. His collaboration with director Lokesh Kanagaraj on the film Master was a significant turning point, with reports indicating that he received a whopping Rs 100 crore for his role.

Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is generating intense excitement as its release date approaches on October 19. The film boasts an ensemble cast, including Thalapathy Vijay, Sanjay Dutt, Trisha, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Arjun, Mysskin, Mansoor Ali Khan, and Priya Anand. The film is produced by SS Lalit Kumar and Jagadish Palanisamy and features the musical talents of Anirudh Ravischander. Notably, Leo has been crafted with a substantial budget ranging from Rs 250 to Rs 300 crore.

The film’s immense anticipation is evident, with reports indicating that one million tickets have already been sold nationwide for its premiere day. The release day is poised to be an extraordinary affair, with shows commencing as early as 4 a.m. in states like Kerala and Karnataka.

As Thalapathy Vijay readies himself to grace the big screen in Leo, the film’s substantial budget, impressive cast, and the tremendous excitement surrounding its release indicate that it is poised to be a cinematic event of significant proportions. Vijay’s ever-growing fan base eagerly awaits this upcoming blockbuster.