As We reported earlier, Alia Bhatt has signed on to play the female lead opposite Ram Charan in Rajamouli’s mega epic period drama which chronicles the early days of freedom fighters Alluri Seetharama Raju and Komaram Bheem.
She was Rajamouli’s first choice but she came on board only recently after producer Danayya and director Rajamouli have agreed to pay what she demanded.Alia Bhatta reportedly demanded more remuneration than what she gets for a Bollywood movie.Rajamouli and Danayya have agreed after considering the fact that her presence would help for the movie’s North India market.
“Today I feel truly truly grateful.. Cannot wait to begin this beautiful journey with this stellar cast and massive team.. thank you @ssrajamouli sir for giving me this opportunity to be directed by you,” she thanked Rajamouli on Twitter.
This is the first time in Tollywood that an actress is receiving such huge pay check.