Anirudh’s massive paycheck: ₹25 Crore deal for Allu Arjun–Lokesh Kanagaraj’s biggie

Recently, Allu Arjun surprised everyone when he reportedly teamed up with Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a massive upcoming project. What caught many off guard was that Lokesh’s last film, Coolie, ended up as a big flop at the box office. However, that did not affect Allu Arjun’s confidence in the director, as he quickly signed Lokesh for his next big venture. 

The film is being backed by the makers of Pushpa. Meanwhile, popular composer Anirudh Ravichander has been roped in to compose the music for the film. The background score used in the film’s announcement video has already created a sensation on social media, raising expectations among fans.

How much is Anirudh being paid for Allu Arjun film?

Sources close to the project reveal that Anirudh recently finalized his deal and will reportedly receive a whopping ₹25 crore for composing the music. Initially, the star composer is said to have demanded around ₹30 crore as his fee. 

However, after negotiations with the makers, the amount was finalized at ₹25 crore. If the reports are true, this would be one of the highest fees ever paid to an Indian music composer to date.

Anirudh is currently one of the most sought-after music directors in Indian cinema. Known for his energetic songs and powerful background scores, he has delivered several chartbusters over the years. 

With his career at its peak, almost every star and filmmaker is eager to collaborate with him, which explains the massive paycheck offered for this project.

All eyes are on Anirudh's score for Allu Arjun's next

Interestingly, this will be the first time Anirudh composes music for an Allu Arjun film, and the news has already excited fans. Lokesh Kanagaraj is said to have prepared a strong pan-India subject for the star hero, and the film will reportedly be mounted on a grand scale.

Pre-production work is currently underway. Once Allu Arjun wraps up his ongoing commitments, the film is expected to go on floors. Several big names from Telugu and Hindi cinema are likely to play key roles in the project.

Apart from this film, Anirudh is also working on major projects featuring legends like Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan. With such high-profile films in his lineup, fans are eager to see what kind of music he delivers next. Stay tuned for more updates.

Also Read: AA 23: Lokesh Kanagaraj joins forces with Allu Arjun for a biggie, here’s when shoot will start 

AA23 film FAQs

Q. Who is the music director of AA23?

A. Anirudh Ravichander is the music director for AA23, helmed by noted Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj

Q. Who is the heroine of AA23?

A. The makers have not officially announced the heroine of AA 23

Q. What will AA23 start?

A. AA 23, starring Allu Arjun, will start shooting in October 2026.