Kartik Aaryan Slashes Fee by Rs 15 Crore Following Box Office Disappointment
Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan has made a significant financial concession after his recent film underperformed. He agreed to reduce his fee by a substantial Rs 15 crore. This move comes as a gesture of support to the film's producers.
Film's Poor Performance Sparks Industry Concern
Kartik Aaryan's latest release, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, faced a tough time at the box office. The romantic drama, backed by Karan Johar and featuring Ananya Panday, struggled to attract audiences. It failed to cross the Rs 50 crore mark domestically.
This underperformance added to growing worries within the Hindi film industry. Several big-budget projects have recently failed to meet expectations. The trend has created financial pressure on studios and producers.
Rumors of Split Prove False
Speculation had emerged about Kartik Aaryan distancing himself from Karan Johar and his talent agency, DCAA. However, reliable sources confirm these rumors are untrue. The actor remains with Johar's Dharma Collab Artists Agency.
In fact, Kartik took proactive steps to maintain the relationship. He voluntarily reduced his remuneration for the film shortly after its release. Industry insiders view this as a responsible action during challenging times.
History of Supporting Producers
This is not the first time Kartik Aaryan has shown such consideration. When his film Shehzada underperformed, he waived a significant portion of his fees. He explained his approach in a previous interview.
"I gave up on my fees to help the film's financial structure," Kartik stated. "The producers credited me as a producer for that reason." He emphasized his role was more about support than actual production.
Current Projects and Future Collaborations
Kartik Aaryan continues to work with Dharma Productions. He is currently shooting for Naagzilla, a horror-comedy backed by the studio. Discussions are already underway for a third collaboration between the actor and Johar's banner.
The relationship between Kartik Aaryan and Karan Johar remains positive. Both parties are focused on future projects despite recent box office challenges. This fee reduction demonstrates Kartik's commitment to long-term partnerships in Bollywood.
