Kamal Haasan's involvement in Kalki 2898 AD, the upcoming sci-fi film directed by Nag Ashwin, has raised some eyebrows recently due to sensational rumours about his remuneration. The film, starring Prabhas and a star-studded ensemble including Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone, has already generated significant buzz for its ambitious storyline and visual scale. Kamal Haasan, known for his powerhouse performances, is playing the antagonist in the film, a role that has piqued the interest of both fans and critics alike.

According to Tamil actor Yugi Sethu, Kamal Haasan allegedly charged an eye-popping ₹15 crore per day for his call sheet, which would result in a total remuneration of ₹150 crore for the approximately 10 days of work he put into the film. This claim quickly went viral on Tamil media platforms and became the subject of intense discussion on social media. The figure seemed almost impossible to believe, and many began questioning the authenticity of such a large sum for a single actor's pay.

However, sources close to the film's production have dismissed these reports as baseless rumours. Insiders pointed out that while Kamal Haasan is undoubtedly one of the most respected stars in Indian cinema and likely commands a hefty fee, the ₹150 crore claim is far from the truth. Kamal Haasan's relationship with Kalki 2898 AD producer Aswini Dutt and his family is known to be warm and cordial, making such inflated pay claims highly unlikely.

While the rumours surrounding Kamal's pay have undoubtedly caused a stir, it’s clear that the actual figure is nowhere near the reported ₹150 crore. What’s certain, however, is that Kamal Haasan’s role in the film is crucial, and his performance is expected to play a significant part in the film’s success.

Kamal Haasan is also set to reprise his role in the highly anticipated sequel, Kalki 2898 AD – Part 2. Director Nag Ashwin has promised that the sequel will be even bigger and better than its predecessor, though it’s been reported that Deepika Padukone has been replaced as the female lead for reasons yet to be fully explained. With the film’s release expected to be one of the biggest events of 2026, the curiosity surrounding both Kamal Haasan’s role and the sequel's developments continues to grow.