Deepika Padukone paid 7 times less than Allu Arjun for Raaka? Shocking pay gap reports explode online

The conversation around pay disparity in Indian cinema refuses to fade, and the latest reports surrounding Deepika Padukone and Allu Arjun have only added fuel to the fire. As anticipation builds for their upcoming film Raaka, alleged fee figures doing the rounds have once again put the spotlight on the long-standing gap between male and female stars in the industry.

Reported Salaries Trigger Online Debate

According to circulating reports, Allu Arjun is said to be commanding a massive Rs 175 crore for Raaka, while Deepika Padukone’s fee is reportedly around Rs 25 crore. While these numbers have not been officially confirmed, they have already sparked strong reactions online.

Adding to the conversation, Rashmika Mandanna is reportedly being paid between Rs 5–7 crore for her role. The stark contrast in these figures has reignited discussions about pay parity, an issue several actresses have spoken about over the years, yet one that continues to persist without concrete change.

Allu Arjun’s First Look Sets The Tone

Amid the ongoing chatter, the makers recently unveiled Allu Arjun’s first look from Raaka, and it has certainly grabbed attention. The poster presents the actor in a fierce and almost unrecognisable avatar, with his face partly concealed under fur, sharp claw-like elements, and an intense gaze that hints at a darker narrative.

There are also reports suggesting that the actor may be seen in a triple role, portraying a cop, a half-human creature, and a father figure, a combination that promises both scale and complexity.

Atlee’s Vision And What Lies Ahead

Helmed by Atlee, Raaka is shaping up to be a grand, pan-India spectacle. Known for delivering high-energy entertainers, Atlee is expected to bring together action, emotion, and larger-than-life storytelling in this ambitious project.

With a reported budget of Rs 700 crore, the film is already being positioned as one of the most expensive ventures currently in production. Backed by Sun Pictures, Raaka aims to match, if not surpass the scale of Allu Arjun’s previous blockbusters like Pushpa.

While the film continues to generate buzz for its scale and casting, it is the conversation off-screen that is equally loud.