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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Kannappa' vs 'MAA' Clash: Akshay Kumar extends wishes to Ajay Devgn as gear up to lock horns at box office; latter says, 'Tu Trishul leke aa aur main Maa ka aashirwad…"
Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn , two of Bollywood's biggest action heroes, have always shared a strong friendship, even when their films have been released around the same time. Now, with 'Kannappa' and 'MAA' set to hit theatres this weekend, Akshay has once again won hearts by sharing a heartfelt message for his 'yaar' Ajay, showing that their bond goes beyond box office competition. Akki, who is also gearing up for the release of his film 'Kannappa' on Friday, shared a video of Kajol and penned a sweet message for team 'MAA' that read, "Yaar Ajay hum dono ki picture aa rahi hai iss Friday. Tu apne fans ki good wishes #Kannappa ko bhej de aur main mere Mahadev ki blessing #Maa ko. Kya bolta hai? Good luck to Kajol and you bhai…May the power be with you." Ajay replied to the post saying, 'Tu Trishul leke aa aur main Maa ka aashirwad… Good luck to us both." Akshay to Appear as Lord Shiva Akshay Kumar will be seen in an extended cameo in 'Kannappa', a Telugu mythological epic. The film stars Vishnu Manchu in the lead role and is directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh. The film boasts a strong cast including Mohan Babu, R Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Brahmanandam, Mukesh Rishi, and Brahmaji. Akshay plays the role of Lord Shiva in the film. Adding to the excitement, superstars Prabhas and Mohanlal will also make special appearances in important roles. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo About Ajay Devgn's 'MAA' Ajay Devgn's 'MAA' is a spin-off of the 2024 hit supernatural thriller Shaitaan, which starred Devgn and R Madhavan. Directed by Vishal Furia and produced by Devgn Films and Panorama Studios, MAA is a mythological horror film with Kajol in the lead role. The movie is part of a growing horror-thriller universe that Ajay Devgn is creating, and it aims to take the story forward with a new mythological twist. Box Office Clash on June 27 Both 'Kannappa' and 'MAA' are set to release on June 27, and fans are excited to see how the box office battle unfolds. However, thanks to the strong friendship and mutual support between Akshay and Ajay, many believe the weekend will be more of a celebration than a clash. The two stars have shared the screen in hits like 'Suhaag', 'Insan', and most recently, 'Singham Again', and their off-screen bond continues to win hearts. Kajol Praises Husband Ajay Devgn as Hands-On Producer of Her Comeback Film 'Maa'
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ajay Devgn Replies To Akshay's Post Ahead Of BO Clash: ‘Tu Trishul Leke Aa, Main Maa Ka Aashirwad'
Last Updated: kshay Kumar will be seen in an extended cameo in Kannappa, a Telugu-origin mythological epic that stars Vishnu Manchu in the titular role. Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgn, two of Bollywood's biggest action stars, have always maintained a warm camaraderie despite frequent box office clashes. Now, as both their films – Kannappa and MAA – prepare to release this weekend, Akshay has extended a heartfelt gesture to his 'yaar" Ajay Devgn, winning the internet's affection once again. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Akshay shared a video of Kajol from MAA and tagged Ajay in a cheerful message. He wrote, 'Yaar Ajay hum dono ki picture aa rahi hai iss Friday. Tu apne fans ki good wishes #Kannappa ko bhej de aur main mere Mahadev ki blessing #Maa ko. Kya bolta hai? Goodluck to Kajol and you bhai…May the power be with you. @ajaydevgn @itsKajolD" Yaar Ajay hum dono ki picture aa rahi hai iss Friday. Tu apne fans ki good wishes #Kannappa ko bhej de aur main mere Mahadev ki blessing #Maa ko. Kya bolta hai? 😬Goodluck to Kajol and you bhai…May the power be with you. 😊 @ajaydevgn @itsKajolD — Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) June 24, 2025 Ajay replied, 'Tu Trishul leke aa aur main Maa ka aashirwad… Good luck to us both." Tu Trishul leke aa aur main Maa ka aashirwad…Good luck to us both 🙏 — Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) June 24, 2025 Akshay Kumar will be seen in an extended cameo in Kannappa, a Telugu-origin mythological epic that stars Vishnu Manchu in the titular role. Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, the film features a powerful ensemble including Mohan Babu, R Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Brahmanandam, Mukesh Rishi, and Brahmaji. Akshay plays none other than Lord Shiva, with fellow superstars Prabhas and Mohanlal also appearing in key cameos. Meanwhile, Ajay Devgn's MAA is a spin-off of sorts from the hit 2024 supernatural thriller Shaitaan, which starred Devgn and R Madhavan. Directed by Vishal Furia and backed by Devgn Films and Panorama Studios, MAA is a mytho-horror fronted by Kajol. The film is said to further expand the horror thriller cinematic universe that Devgn is building. Both films are slated for release on June 27, and fans are eager to see how the clash pans out at the box office. With Akshay and Ajay's bromance and public support for one another, audiences may end up supporting both films, turning the weekend into a celebration of friendship as much as cinema. Akshay and Ajay have previously worked together in successful films like Suhaag, Insan, and most recently, Singham Again. First Published:
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How will Akshay Kumar up his sequel game ?
Akshay Kumar, once Bollywood's sequel king, faces challenges as franchises like *Housefull* and *Welcome* encounter financial and creative roadblocks. *Kesari 2* underperformed, and *Hera Pheri 3* is stalled due to cast exits. *Jolly LLB 3* remains a hopeful project, highlighting Bollywood's need for innovation beyond mere franchise reliance to resonate with evolving audience tastes. For years, Akshay Kumar was considered Bollywood's most bankable star, he has delivered hits across genres from comedies to action to drama to romance. In the post Covid era, sequels have become a go-to option for filmmakers to ensure maximum return at the box office. And in the race of sequels Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar were leading the race. Ajay has nearly half a dozen sequels in the pipeline at various stages of production and Akshay is not too far behind. But when it comes to Akshay his sequel game seems to be not going exactly as planned. Kesari Chapter 2: Ambitious But Burdened Kesari, backed by Karan Johar and directed by Anurag Singh was one of the biggest hits of 2019. Cashing on the sequel Karan and Akshay joined hands to bring Raghu and Pushpa Palat's book The Case That Shook The Empire based on Jallianwala Bagh Massacre to the big screen and titled the film Kesari 2. The film was mounted on a budget of over Rs 100 crore but it went on to collect Rs 92.72 crore as per Sacnilk at the Indian box office. The film thereby exposed the challenges of escalating sequel budgets without assured market pull. The film wont be losing money after taking into account non-theatrical revenue. Housefull 5: A Fading Charm The Housefull franchise has long been one of Akshay Kumar's most reliable brands, with its over-the-top humor and ensemble casts pulling in audiences over multiple installments. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Adidas Three Shorts With 60% Discount, Limited Stock Available Original Adidas Shop Now Undo However, Housefull 5, despite a strong opening weekend, showed signs of fatigue. The film has gone on to become the 6th biggest hit of Akshay's career but the massive budget it was made on does not justify the box office collection. The diminishing returns reflect both audience fatigue with the slapstick formula and perhaps a lack of freshness in the franchise's content. Welcome to the Jungle: Financial Crisis and Exit Drama Welcome to the Jungle, the third installment in the much-loved Welcome franchise, touted as a big-ticket multi-starrer and headlined by Akshay Kumar, ran into financial issues after the film went on floors. It has been months since the last time the film was shot. Reports surfaced that not only were the payments delayed to actors and their staff , several actors have walked out of the the production claims the film is on track and the film will start once the monsoons are over. The franchise that once delivered a riot of laughs and big box office numbers is currently stuck in limbo — and Kumar can do little until the producers resolve their financial woes. Hera Pheri 3: The Roadblock No One Saw Coming Hera Pheri was also backed by the same producer as the Welcome series. But the issue here was absolutely different. Paresh Rawal, one of the pillars of the series, decided to walk out of the film. He played the legendary Baburao Ganpatrao Apte aka Babu Bhaiya and with his absence , the film's production has come to a standstill. Now will he be convinced to come back to the fold or will he be replaced -only time will tell. Though Akshay claimed in an interview with Pinkvilla that he is hopeful that film will be made. He said "Whatever is happening is happening in front of my fingers crossed. I hope everything goes well." Jolly LLB 3: The Last Hope? Akshay Kumar's only stable and hopeful sequel on the horizon is Jolly LLB 3. Directed by Subhash Kapoor, the legal dramedy will bring Kumar with Arshad Warsi . Both played the titular character in 2017 and 2013 respectively. As per reports the film is based on a real life incident revolving around farmers. The Bigger Picture: Akshay and the Sequel Trap Akshay Kumar's current sequel struggle is emblematic of a larger issue plaguing Bollywood — the over-reliance on franchise films without innovating the content. While nostalgia works, audiences today seek novelty even within familiar brands. Sequels need to evolve with audience tastes, not merely ride on past success. In Kumar's case, while the Housefull, Welcome, Hera Pheri, and Kesari franchises had solid foundations, their recent outings either overplayed the same tropes or got mired in off-screen controversies and financial chaos. Kumar currently has Bhoot Bangla with Priyadarshan and Vishu Manchu's Kannappa up for release.
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor whose fee has jumped from Rs 5000 to Rs 900000000 in just..., his name is..., net worth is Rs...
Several actors in the Bollywood industry are millionaires today, but at the beginning of their careers, they likely never imagined they would reach such heights. Today, we're talking about one such actor who started his journey with a fee of just Rs 5,000 and now charges Rs 90 crore per film. He is one of the most successful and beloved actors in the industry. He releases around four films in a year; however, the ratio of hit movies is lower. His career is currently going through a rough phase, as he has been searching for a hit for quite some time. Still, his journey remains incredibly inspiring as he has accomplished milestones that are difficult for most to match. We are talking about Akshay Kumar! He began his career in 1991 with the film Saugandh. Before entering Bollywood, he trained in martial arts and also worked as a chef in Bangkok. Having started his journey with modelling, Akshay has made some interesting revelations about his early life. In an interview with Pinkvilla , he shared that his first salary was Rs 5,001 for the film 'Deedar', released in 1992. Pramod Chakraborty gave him a cheque of Rs 5K, but the actor signed this film for Rs 50,000. However, his fees have increased a lot in his 33-year career. Akshay was quoted in 2017, telling the leading tabloid, 'Much to my surprise, he (Pramod Chakravorty) gave me my first cheque, signed me up for three films, immediately. Right away. He gave me a cheque of Rs 5000, for the first film, Rs 50,000, for second film, and the third cheque had Rs 1.5 lakh on it. The exact time he gave me those cheques was 6 o'clock in the evening. It would have been a disaster if I had gone to Bangalore. Today, I would be a retired model somewhere. So yes, whatever happens is for the good.' Akshay Kumar himself believes that it is 70% luck and 30% hard work. In his career, the actor has given many hit, semi-hit, flop and blockbuster films. It is said that he charged Rs 145 crore for his last film 'Kesari Chapter 2'. Some time ago, a Forbes report on Akshay Kumar's wealth was released, revealing that his total net worth is Rs 2,700 crore. Despite delivering a series of flop films, he continues to be in high demand among directors.
India.com
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Bollywood's superhit star, was once paid Rs. 5001 for a film, now charges Rs. 90 crores per film, he is.., his net worth is...
Meet Bollywood's superhit star, was once paid Rs. 5001 for a film, now charges Rs. 90 crores per film, he is.., his net worth is... In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, many people come to Mumbai with a suitcase full of dreams and aspirations to make it big on the silver screen. However, there are only a few rare gems that can achieve that massive success and earn such stardom. One such example of this is Bollywood's most celebrated actor, who had a very humble beginning but slowly reached the heights of success that made him one of the most bankable stars of Bollywood The actor we are talking about is none other than Khilladi of Bollywood, Akshay Kumar. Long before Akshay Kumar ruled the entertainment industry, he was working in Bangkok, where he was training in martial arts and also used to cook food to make ends meet. Later, he started doing modelling and eventually entered the film industry. His first paycheck as an actor was Rs 50,000, but in his initial days, he was once paid only Rs 5001 for the film Deedar by producer Pramod Chakravorty. Akshay did many films, some turned out to be a massive hit, while others didn't meet expectations. However, one film that rose him to fame was Saugandh. It was released in the year 1991 and gained him a lot of attention and love from the audience. According to Akshay himself, his success is 70% luck and 30% hard work—a rare humility in today's world of self-praise. In his 33-year-long career trajectory, Akshay has not only built a massive fan base but also an empire. According to reports, the star who was once paid only Rs. 5001 for a film, now charges Rs. 90 crores per film. In fact, for his blockbuster films like Kesari Chapter 2, he has allegedly charged Rs 145 crores. Based on his massive fan base, filmmakers want to work with him. As per a Forbes report, Akshay Kumar's net worth today is approximately Rs. 2700 crores. What's even more impressive is that Akshay is a self-made actor who ventured into this industry without taking help from any godfather. His journey speaks of determination, hard work, and persistence.
