Ram Pothineni's massive paycheck for OTT debut: All to know
Renowned Telugu actor, Ram Pothineni, is reportedly preparing for his debut in the OTT world with a new web series on Netflix. Despite recent career challenges and a four-month halt in shooting his latest film Double iSmart due to financial issues, Pothineni's career trajectory seems to be back on track. News of his impending OTT debut has been circulating widely, with particular attention drawn to the substantial sum he's reportedly being paid.
Pothineni's high-paid role in upcoming Netflix series
Per OTTplay, Pothineni is reportedly being paid close to ₹25cr for his role in the upcoming Netflix series, nearly double his usual film earnings. Despite previously saying that OTT was not his preferred medium and he was more comfortable with big-screen films, changing times have led him to venture into the OTT space. This series—directed by a popular young director—is expected to be produced on a grand scale.
Pothineni may take on a negative role
While details about the upcoming series remain scarce, some reports indicate that Pothineni esay a negative role, showcasing his versatility as an actor. The official announcement of the project is anticipated to be made at a lavish event in Mumbai. Notably, this debut is highly anticipated, especially considering Pothineni's previous release Skanda in 2023 failed to impress audiences at the box office.
A look at Pothineni's upcoming projects
In addition to his OTT debut, Pothineni is also in talks with star director Harish Shankar for another significant project. Meanwhile, the industry is eagerly awaiting the release of his film Double iSmart, directed by Puri Jagannadh. This film serves as the official sequel to the hit 2019 film iSmart Shankar. Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt is confirmed to have a significant role, portraying the character "Big Bull." A new poster for the upcoming actioner was revealed on Sunday.
