A Rs 30 crore payday

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is reportedly set to earn a staggering Rs 30 crore for SS Rajamouli’s yet-untitled jungle adventure with south star Mahesh Babu, making her the highest-paid female actor in Hindi cinema. Sources say negotiations lasted months, as Priyanka stood firm on her fees before finalising the deal. A source revealed, “This is why her casting took time. She refused to settle for less—why should only male actors command double-digit salaries?” While this amount is reportedly lower than her initial demand, it marks a small step towards pay parity in Indian cinema, reinforcing Priyanka’s status as a global powerhouse. 

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