Director Sundar C is reportedly taking home a hefty fee of Rs.20 crores for helming the second installment of Nayanthara upcoming film Mookuthi Amman 2. This news has sent shock waves in Kollywood especially since Nayanthara the film lead actress is reportedly receiving a lower remuneration of Rs.12 crores. Sundar C significant hike in pay is attributed to his recent successes with films like Aranmanai 4 and Madagajaraja both of which performed exceptionally well at the box office.
Sundar C recent films have not only been critically acclaimed but have also raked in impressive box office collections. His film Aranmanai 4 collected over Rs.100 crore making it the first success of last year. His subsequent film Madagajaraja also performed exceptionally well becoming the highest grossing film among the Sankranthi releases this year. With his success streak continuing Sundar C has committed to a slew of films including Gangsters Kalakalappu 3 and another project with Vishal.
Mookuthi Amman 2 is being produced by Wales Films on a massive budget of approximately Rs.100 crores. The film which stars Nayanthara in the lead role is expected to begin shooting in March. With Sundar C at the helm expectations are high for this big budget venture. The film initial work is progressing rapidly and fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Mookuthi Amman 2.
The news of Sundar C whopping remuneration for Mookuthi Amman 2 has sparked a debate in Kollywood with many questioning whether a director pay should surpass that of the film lead actress. While Sundar C recent successes justify his increased pay the disparity between his remuneration and Nayanthara has raised eyebrows in the industry.