Akshay Kumar has reportedly joined the cast of Golmaal 5 in a special appearance, commanding a fee between Rs 35 crore and Rs 40 crore for approximately 18 to 22 days of shooting, according to IANS. This figure has generated considerable attention as it is believed to surpass Ajay Devgn's upfront compensation for the film.
Ajay Devgn's Profit-Sharing Arrangement
Ajay Devgn is expected to headline the fifth installment of the popular comedy franchise. However, reports indicate that he is working under a profit-sharing arrangement rather than taking a larger upfront payment. An IANS report quoted by sources states, "Akshay Kumar is shooting for 18-22 days, and he is getting around 35-40 crs, which is more than Ajay Devgn's upfront fees because he is on a profit-sharing basis."
Rohit Shetty Unveils a Surprise Package
Rohit Shetty announced Golmaal 5 in March while celebrating his 52nd birthday. On the same occasion, reports surfaced that Akshay Kumar would be a surprise addition to the ensemble cast. Behind-the-scenes footage shared by Rohit Shetty revealed Akshay sporting a bald look, sparking speculation about his character. Later, Ajay Devgn confirmed that a fresh shooting schedule had commenced and posted a fun video from Ooty featuring Sharman Joshi, Shreyas Talpade, Kunal Kemmu, Arshad Warsi, and Tusshar Kapoor.
The Golmaal Legacy
The series began with Golmaal: Fun Unlimited, featuring Ajay Devgn, Tusshar Kapoor, Arshad Warsi, Sharman Joshi, Rimi Sen, and Paresh Rawal. Over the years, the Golmaal franchise has become one of Bollywood's most successful comedy series, known for its ensemble cast and slapstick humor.
Upcoming Projects for Akshay Kumar
Alongside Golmaal 5, Akshay Kumar is preparing for the release of Welcome to the Jungle. The actor recently shared the teaser and confirmed that the film will release in cinemas on June 26, 2026. Sharing the announcement, Akshay wrote, "Welcome the madness, Welcome the laughter, Welcome the crazy chaos, Welcome the wildest chapter of the Welcome universe… #WelcomeToTheJungle. #WelcomeToTheJungleTeaser out now! Let the chaos begin from 26th June, 2026 in cinemas."
In other news, Akshay Kumar recently underwent minor eye surgery amid his packed shooting and release schedule.
