March 3rd 2025.
In the glitzy world of Hindi films, the actors are considered to be the ultimate stars, commanding huge fees that run into crores for a single film. While their larger-than-life personas and fan following may suggest otherwise, not every film they star in is a hit. In fact, even big-budget films backed by these top stars sometimes tank at the box office. Despite this, their fees remain unchanged, as they continue to charge hefty amounts based on their past successes and star power. However, as they say, with great fame comes great responsibility, and sometimes, even the biggest stars are not immune to box office failures. Today, we take a look at some of the top actors who demand crores but have faced disappointing results at the box office.
First up is the evergreen Aamir Khan, fondly known as Mr. Perfectionist in the Hindi film industry. With a string of blockbuster hits to his name, Aamir is one of the most sought-after actors in the industry. However, his last release, Laal Singh Chaddha, which was an official remake of the Hollywood hit Forrest Gump, failed to live up to expectations. Despite charging a whopping Rs 50 crore for the film, Aamir couldn't save it from being a major flop at the box office.
Another actor who has been in the spotlight for his box office failures is John Abraham. Once known for his successful action-packed films, John has had a rough patch lately, with his recent releases failing to make a mark. His latest film, Vedaa, despite his sincere efforts, failed to impress the audience and tanked at the box office. Reports suggest that John charged around Rs 20 crore for the film, but unfortunately, even his dedication couldn't save it from being a flop.
Ranbir Kapoor, one of the most promising actors in the industry, also faced a setback with his film Shamshera. Despite its grand sets and high-octane action, the film failed to make an impact with the audience. While Ranbir reportedly charged a handsome amount of Rs 20 crore for the film, its weak storyline overshadowed his stardom and high fees, proving that content is the king when it comes to winning hearts.
Superstar Salman Khan, known for his mega-budget films and massive fan following, is another actor who has faced box office failures. His latest release, Radhe, received a lukewarm response at the box office, despite its decent performance on OTT platforms. Reports suggest that Salman charged a whopping Rs 50 crore for the film, but even his star power couldn't save it from being a disappointment for audiences.
Last but not least is South Indian superstar Prabhas, who has delivered multiple blockbusters in his career. However, his latest release, , didn't quite live up to the hype and expectations. The film received a lukewarm response from the audience, and various controversies surrounding it further impacted its earnings. Despite reportedly charging between Rs 100 to Rs 150 crore for the film, Prabhas couldn't save it from being a box office dud.
These examples serve as a reminder that an actor's stardom and high fees alone cannot guarantee a film's success. At the end of the day, it is the content and direction that play a crucial role in winning the audience's hearts. As they say, there's no substitute for a strong script and a talented director, and these box office failures of top stars are a testament to that.
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