Bhubaneswar: With a Rs 300 cr star fee for Pushpa 2 The Rule, Allu Arjun had the crown of costliest superstar in Indian cinema.
True to his Pushpa 2 dialogue Main Jhukega Nahin …., the pan-Indian star is all set to take his stardom to the next level with his upcoming film helmed by Atlee.
Post the super blockbuster success of Pushpa 2 that went on to garner record 1000cr, the superstar has signed one of the biggest deals in Indian cinema.
ALLU ARJUN ICONIC DEAL WITH ATLEE
According to latest reports, the ‘WildFire’ star is believed to have charged a whopping Rs 175 crore for the upcoming Atlee project, along with a 15% stake in the film’s profits.
This makes him again the highest-paid actor in the country today.
The upcoming film (tentatively titled A6) is expected to be a visual spectacle.
As per news report in Pinkvilla, Atlee is creating an entirely new world, blending high-end VFX with intense political and dramatic elements.
The report quoting sources said, “Despite the newness in visuals, the screenplay will have all the elements of a quintessential Atlee film – a strong introduction, high-energy elevation moments, and mass appeal.”
ATLEE IN FULL SWING
Reports suggest that the makers are currently deep into pre-production. The film’s announcement will be done in the next two months. The special announcement will reveal all major details about the cast and crew, to generate even more hype around the Atlee project.
The report say Allu Arjun has reportedly allotted bulk dates to Atlee and Sun Pictures, the film’s production house. Shooting is expected to begin between August and October 2025, depending on how long the pre-production phase takes. The film is expected to be one of the most ambitious ventures for both the actor and the director.
ALLU PRIORITY TO ATLEE
With the super success of Pushpa franchise, Allu Arjun became a global icon. The mega success saw offers flooding at his doorstep from across industries. But he carefully chose Atlee’s film as his next major project, for the potential to grow his international appeal.
As per the news report, “After a success like Pushpa, it’s important to pick the right follow-up project. A6 is the perfect film to raise the stakes even higher.”
Apart from A6, Allu Arjun has also locked in a collaboration with director Trivikram, which is expected to begin in the second half of 2026.
