Actress Urvashi Rautela has been making waves with her appearance in Daaku Maharaj, starring Nandamuri Balakrishna. However, what has truly caught everyone’s attention is the staggering amount she reportedly charged for her performance. According to a recent report by ET Now, Urvashi was paid a whopping ₹3 crore for her three-minute act in the action-packed entertainer.
Urvashi’s Per-Minute Pay Scale
Reports suggest that Urvashi Rautela commands a fee of ₹1 crore per minute for her performances, despite having a streak of underwhelming box-office outings. The actress, who has gained immense popularity as an influencer, boasts an estimated net worth of around ₹236 crore. With a massive following of 73 million on Instagram, her social media presence reportedly contributes significantly to her earnings.
OTT Controversy: Scenes Allegedly Removed
As Daaku Maharaj prepares for its digital release, reports indicate that Urvashi Rautela’s scenes might be removed from the OTT version. According to NDTV, Netflix, the streaming platform set to premiere the film, has allegedly edited out her portions before its online debut. However, there has been no official confirmation regarding this development.
About Daaku Maharaj
Directed by Bobby Kolli, Daaku Maharaj features Nandamuri Balakrishna in a powerful role as an officer who, alongside his wife, takes a stand against oppression. The film follows his transformation into a fearless bandit who fights against an influential family to bring justice to the people.
Apart from Balakrishna, the film boasts an ensemble cast, including Bobby Deol, Pragya Jaiswal, Shraddha Srinath, Rishi, Chandini Chowdary, Urvashi Rautela, and Pradeep Rawat. With music composed by Thaman and cinematography by Vijay Kartik Kannan, the film delivered an intense cinematic experience.
Box Office Success
Released during Sankranthi 2025, Daaku Maharaj received a positive response from both critics and audiences. The film performed exceptionally well at the box office, grossing over ₹104 crore in India, further solidifying Balakrishna’s stronghold in the industry.
As the film continues to make headlines, the uncertainty surrounding Urvashi Rautela’s inclusion in the OTT version remains a topic of discussion among fans and industry insiders.
