Ajith sets Never-Seen-Before Salary Conditions Now

In an industry where sky-high actor remuneration is no surprise especially in Bollywood the South is now setting its own records, with Tamil stars leading the charge. It began with Vijay’s blockbuster paychecks, and now Ajith Kumar has taken things to a whole new level with his latest film Good Bad Ugly. But what’s grabbing more attention than the number is how he’s being paid.

Ajith’s fee reportedly stands at a massive Rs 165 crore plus GST, all in white money. While that alone puts him in the top tier of Indian cinema, it’s his payment method that’s turning heads. As per reports, Ajith signs on with a 10% advance, and the rest comes in Rs 15 crore monthly installments always on the 5th. If the 5th falls on a holiday or Sunday? It must hit the account on the 4th. No exceptions, no delays, and definitely not on the 6th. This tight payment window has allegedly left producers of Good Bad Ugly racing each month to stay on schedule.

This isn’t just a cash flow issue for the filmmakers. Ajith’s strict terms are said to be influencing the unofficial finance market too, with short-term lending rates fluctuating based on demand spikes tied to his monthly payments. It’s a clear reminder of just how hero-driven the South Indian film ecosystem is, where stars set the terms and everyone else scrambles to adjust.

But what’s behind Ajith’s monthly salary model? Is it a grounded approach to stardom, a strategic money move, or just pure instinct? With no official explanation, it seems to come down to Ajith’s signature gut feel one that producers may find tough, but fans can’t help but admire.