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The South Indian film industry, commonly referred to as Tollywood, has always had an ardent and devoted fan base. However, with the growing Pan-India trend, the fandom for South stars has multiplied significantly, particularly when their films are dubbed in Hindi and well-received by the audience in the North. As a result, the demand for these actors in terms of brand endorsements has skyrocketed, leading to a substantial increase in their charges. Allu Arjun, one of the most prominent South stars, has risen to great prominence following the phenomenal success of his Hindi-dubbed film "Pushpa: The Rise – Part 01" in 2021. According to a source from a renowned jewellery brand cited in the report, Arjun used to charge Rs. 35 lakhs a few years ago. However, owing to the popularity of "Pushpa: The Rise - Part 01," he has raised his fee to a staggering Rs. 6 crores per day.

Nayanthara, a highly acclaimed South Indian actress, demands a whopping fee of Rs. 5 crores for brand partnerships. Kiara Advani, a rising star in the Hindi film industry, commands a price range of Rs. 1.5-2 crores per day, which includes various activities such as photoshoots, store inaugurations, and attending brand-related events. The rise in fees charged by these actors is a reflection of their demand and influence in the endorsement industry, making them lucrative assets for brands seeking to connect with their fanbase.

Allu Arjun also received a National Award for his outstanding performance in Pushpa: The Rise and he is currently shooting for Pushpa: The Rule. Sukumar is the director and Mythri Movie Makers are the producers. The film is one of the costliest film made in Indian cinema and it will release on August 15th, 2024. Rashmika Mandanna is the heroine and Devi Sri Prasad scores the music and background score for Pushpa: The Rule.