Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is gearing up for his next big-screen outing after the disappointing box office performance of Sikander. While his upcoming film Matrubhoomi is yet to get a confirmed release date, the actor has already begun work on another high-profile project directed by Vamsi Paidipally and produced by Dil Raju.

Now, a new report has sparked curiosity by claiming that Salman has agreed to work on the film for a fee of ₹70 crore, significantly lower than what he is usually believed to charge.

Has Salman Khan reduced his fee?

According to media reports, Salman Khan has signed Vamsi Paidipally's upcoming film, currently referred to as SVC 63, for around ₹70 crore.

The reported amount is considerably lower than the actor's usual remuneration, which is often estimated to be between ₹100 crore and ₹120 crore per film. Salman is also known to work on a profit-sharing model, where he receives a fixed fee along with a share of the film's earnings.

However, there has been no official confirmation from Salman Khan or the film's makers regarding the reported fee.

Why is the reported fee lower?

The report suggests that the reduced remuneration may be linked to Salman's long-standing friendship with Rafi Kazi, who is reportedly associated with the project as one of its producers.

It is believed that Rafi Kazi played a key role in bringing Salman on board for the film, and the actor may have agreed to a lower upfront fee because of their personal relationship.

At present, these claims remain speculative, as neither Salman Khan nor the production team has commented publicly on the matter.

Will Salman still opt for profit sharing?

Although the reported upfront payment is lower than usual, there is no clarity on whether Salman Khan has also signed a profit-sharing agreement for the film.

The actor has followed this model for several of his recent projects, allowing him to earn additional revenue if a film performs well at the box office. Industry observers believe a similar arrangement could be part of this project as well, but no official details have been revealed.

What do we know about the film?

The untitled project, currently known as SVC 63, is being directed by Vamsi Paidipally and produced by Dil Raju. Actress Nayanthara is expected to star opposite Salman Khan.

The film is reportedly targeting an Eid 2027 theatrical release, although the makers have not yet announced an official release date.

The bottom line

Reports claiming that Salman Khan has accepted a fee of ₹70 crore for Vamsi Paidipally's film have generated considerable buzz. However, until the actor or the filmmakers issue an official statement, the reported remuneration and any possible profit-sharing arrangement should be treated as speculation rather than confirmed information.