Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu star cast remunerations: Who took how much?

Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu has been declared a smash hit at the box office and has clocked just over ₹40 crore on day one, as per the tracking portal Sacnilk. Chiranjeevi, Nayanthara, and Venkatesh played key roles in the film, which was directed by Anil Ravipudi of Sankranthiki Vasthunnam fame. With the film raking in big money, let’s take a look at how much each of the stars charged for this comedy caper.

How much was Chiranjeevi paid for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?

First in line is Chiranjeevi, who plays the lead role. Despite also opting for a profit-sharing model, Chiranjeevi reportedly charged a whopping ₹65 crore as remuneration for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu. The film was produced by his daughter, Sushmita Konidela, and was made on a tight budget. This is said to be the highest remuneration Chiranjeevi has received to date.

How much did Nayanthara charge for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?

Nayanthara’s inclusion in the project came as a surprise to many. Despite receiving several lucrative offers in Telugu cinema, she had not approved any projects. However, she made an exception for Chiranjeevi and came on board. According to sources, Nayanthara initially demanded ₹10 crore as her fee, but after negotiations, she was finalized for ₹6 crore.

How much was Venkatesh paid for his cameo in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?

It is well known that star actor Venkatesh played a cameo in the film and impressed with his performance. Although the script initially had no space for a star cameo, Chiranjeevi was keen on featuring Venkatesh. Director Anil Ravipudi then created a special role for him. Venkatesh was reportedly paid ₹9 crore for his brief appearance.

How much did director Anil Ravipudi charge for Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?

Finally, the captain of the ship, director Anil Ravipudi, deserves special mention. He has directed nine films so far and has not delivered a single flop. Naturally, he commanded a hefty remuneration for this project. Reports suggest that Anil Ravipudi charged ₹25 crore for directing the film.

How much is Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu's budget?

Excluding the major remunerations, Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu was made on a production budget of ₹30 crore and completed in just 85 days. Anil Ravipudi is known for his quick filmmaking process and strong marketing strategies. 

Where to stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on OTT?

Zee5 has acquired the digital rights to the film, enabling a significant portion of the budget to be recovered already. Distributors who acquired the theatrical rights are expected to earn massive profits by the end of the film’s theatrical run. Once the film premieres on OTT, it will also be available for streaming on OTTplay Premium.

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Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu FAQs:

Q. When does Venkatesh make an entry in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu?

A. Venkatesh has a special cameo and makes an entry in the second half.

Q. What is Chiranjeevi-Anil Ravipudi film all about??

A. The film is about a top cop who has to save his ex-wife from a deadly attack.

Q. Where to stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garun?

A. You can stream Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu on Zee5 and OTTplay Premium.