5th June 2023, Mumbai: After collaborating on successful films like Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani, and Padmaavat, renowned filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and talented actor Ranveer Singh are all set to reunite for their fourth venture together, the music epic Baiju Bawra.
According to exclusive information obtained by Bollywood Hungama, the highly anticipated film is expected to commence production in January 2024, featuring Ranveer Singh alongside the talented Alia Bhatt. It is reported that Ranveer, known for his professionalism and dedication, has made a significant decision regarding his remuneration for the project, opting to forgo his acting fees completely and instead enter into a profit-sharing arrangement with Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
This choice demonstrates Ranveer’s commitment to prioritizing the film above personal gain and showcases his unwavering respect for Bhansali’s directorial prowess. As per industry insiders, Ranveer may accept a symbolic token amount from the filmmaker, reserving the remaining share for the film’s success. The financial arrangement was made to ensure that Bhansali can allocate all available resources towards realizing his ambitious vision for Baiju Bawra. In the post-pandemic era, the dynamics of film financing have evolved, with producers refraining from allocating substantial portions of the budget to actor fees.
In response, actors like Ranveer are adapting to this new normal by exploring alternative remuneration models. The source further emphasized that if Baiju Bawra achieves success, Ranveer’s market value will be duly recognized, and given the track record of the Bhansali-Singh collaboration, a triumph is almost certain.
The much-anticipated film, helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and produced by Jayantilal Gada, is set to commence shooting in January 2024, promising audiences a grand cinematic experience.