Rajinikanth & Kamal Haasan’s Multi-Starrer Sets New Budget Record
Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan’s new film with Nelson Dilipkumar has set the industry abuzz with record-breaking remuneration, making it the most expensive Tamil film ever.
Dumtika Editorial
May 7, 2026 · 1 min read

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Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan’s new film, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, is setting the Tamil film industry abuzz with its unprecedented budget and star remunerations. The collaboration between these two cinematic legends, both known for their immense box office appeal and recent successful outings, has instantly become the talk of Indian cinema.
Industry sources reveal that Kamal Haasan will earn approximately ₹220 crore for his role, utilizing a profit-sharing arrangement. Rajinikanth, meanwhile, is reportedly set to receive a salary between ₹180 to ₹200 crore for the same project. Director Nelson Dilipkumar is also making headlines with a reported fee of ₹70 crore. With these figures, the combined remuneration for the top trio is nearing a staggering ₹500 crore, not including additional costs for technical crew and production.
The actual production expenses for the film, funded by Red Giant Movies, are believed to fall in the ₹150 to ₹180 crore range. This makes the venture not only the most expensive Tamil film to date but also one of the most ambitious in Indian cinema. The sheer scale of investment and the rare on-screen pairing of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan have ignited immense anticipation among fans and industry insiders alike.
As hype continues to grow, all eyes are now on the filmmakers for further announcements regarding the cast, release date, and first look. Fans can expect more details to emerge in the coming months as production gears up for this historic cinematic event.


