He’s a non-Telugu comedian and character artist — not just an actor but someone who understands the struggles of producers too. Yet, ironically, he’s now said to be putting producers through a nightmare.
Producers chase him believing his presence will bring uniqueness to the film. But he reportedly demands ₹3.5 lakh per day and insists on full payment based on the number of days, even if it's a small role.
For extended schedules, he might offer a slight concession, but only after some negotiation.
Here’s the kicker — he insists on a ₹15 lakh amount upfront, in cash. No black money, no deal.
The trouble doesn’t end there. He’s extremely particular about working hours — once it’s evening, he walks off the set. And his personal life? Not exactly inspiring.
Drinking is routine, but insiders claim it’s his addiction to betting that’s the real issue. Every night, it’s gambling time, whether he wins or loses.
If the producer requests a different call sheet date, he responds with a list of cancellation fees from his “other shoot” (whether real or not), and insists on being compensated for that to agree to reschedule.
As one producer summed up: “If you need him, you have to endure the trouble — it’s not like we have a choice.”
