‘Dhurandhar’ Actor Vivek Sinha Breaks Silence on Being Paid INR 1 Crore for the Film, Says ‘Bohot Kharche Hai Mumbai Ke’ (Watch Video)
Actor Vivek Sinha has officially debunked viral reports claiming he received a INR 1 crore paycheck for his role in the blockbuster 'Dhurandhar', calling the figures entirely exaggerated. Sinha shared that while he received a respectable fee, the funds have already been spent.
Actor Vivek Sinha, who gained significant attention for his portrayal of hijacker Zahoor Mistry in the blockbuster film Dhurandhar, has officially dismissed viral reports claiming he received an INR 1 crore paycheck for the role. In a candid social media address on April 10, 2026, Sinha clarified that while he was paid a "fair and respectable" amount, the figures circulating online, ranging from INR 60 lakh to INR 1 crore, are entirely exaggerated. Vishal Bhardwaj Trolled: Director Faces Backlash for Liking Reel Comparing Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’ Fans to Nazis (View Post).
Vivek Sinha on His ‘Dhurandhar’ Remuneration Rumours
The actor took to his Instagram account to share a video message directly addressing the speculation. He expressed gratitude for the immense love the film has received, but urged the public to stop spreading unverified financial charts."Some people on social media have made a chart showing how much the actors of Dhurandhar were paid. My name is on it too... I swear, I did not get that much money (Itna paisa nahi mila hai kasam se). Please don't post these things," Sinha stated in the video.
He explained that although his compensation met his personal expectations for the project, it was nowhere near the high-water marks suggested by viral posts.
Impact of Viral Misinformation
Beyond setting the record straight, Sinha highlighted the unintended consequences of these rumours. Since the false figures went viral, the actor revealed he has been flooded with direct messages from individuals seeking financial assistance for medical bills and personal expenses."Ever since this was posted, I've been getting so many screenshots and messages saying, 'Sir, my child is sick,' or 'Please give me money for my future,'" he shared.
Addressing the situation with a mix of honesty and humour, he added, "Brother, I would give money if I had it... I myself don’t have money right now (Mere pass khudh paisa nahi hai)." Sinha offered a rare, grounded look at the financial life of a rising actor, explaining that any earnings from the film have already been utilised for daily life." I did get paid for Dhurandhar, and it was a decent, respectable amount. But it wasn't that much money," he clarified. "Whatever money I had received is already finished. I live in Mumbai, and Mumbai is very expensive (Mumbai main rehta hoon, bahut kharche hain Mumbai ke). All the money I earned from Dhurandhar is gone now."
Vivek Sinha Addresses ‘Dhurandhar’ Remuneration Rumours
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‘Dhurandhar 2’ Box Office Success
The rumours surfaced amidst the record-breaking success of the Dhurandhar franchise. Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, the first instalment (released in December 2025) earned over INR 1,300 crore. The sequel, Dhurandhar: The Revenge, has already surpassed INR 1,600 crore globally. Aditya Dhar Thanks Sandeep Reddy Vanga; ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Director Praises ‘Spirit’ Filmmaker for Defending Ranveer Singh’s Blockbuster Against Propaganda Labels (View Post).
Despite the film's massive commercial footprint, Sinha’s clarification serves as a reminder that box office totals do not always translate into massive individual paydays for supporting cast members. He concluded by asking fans for their continued blessings: "When I get another film and earn from that, I will try (to help). If I have good money, I have no problem helping people.
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