Mamitha Baiju is making waves in the industry once again, this time for her huge payer post in her recently released Tamil drama ‘Kara’. Along with Dhanush, Mamitha is reportedly paid a remuneration of Rs 2 crore for the role of Chelli, a figure that has sparked heated debate among fans and trade analysts. Directed by Vignesh Raja, the film follows the compelling journey of Karasamy, played by Dhanush, as he navigates a life of crime and redemption against the backdrop of the 1990s.
Mamitha Baiju reportedly charged 2 crores for ‘Kara’
According to Cine Ulagam, Mamitha Baiju has reportedly received a salary of around 2 crores for her role in ‘Kara’. Although the amount has not been officially confirmed by the makers or the actress herself, speculation has already become a hot topic. In the film, Mamitha is opposite Dhanush and plays a character named Chelli. The Vignesh Raja-directed film, which released on April 30, has received favorable response from the audience for Baiju’s portrayal of an emotional rural role alongside Dhanush in this intense drama.
The story of ‘Kara’ revolves around Dhanush’s character
The film follows the story of Karasamy, played by Dhanush, who gets involved in a robbery case and later escapes from police custody along with his wife Chelli. The couple moves to Andhra Pradesh and tries to start a peaceful life. Later, Karasamy returns to his hometown to sell the family’s land and start a business, but new problems begin to arise. His father, played by KS Ravikumar, is against the decision as the land is already tied up in financial issues. The story then follows Karasamy’s struggles, emotional conflicts and dangerous situations as he tries to rebuild his life.
Mamitha’s performance is getting early praise from fans
Even though Mamitha Baiju has limited screen time in the film, early reactions suggest that her role is quite impactful. Audiences who have seen the film have praised her emotional depth and on-screen chemistry with Dhanush. The film also stars Karunas, Jayaram and Suraj Venjaramoodu in important roles. As Mamitha continues to rise to stardom with prestigious projects like ‘Jana Nayagan’ opposite Thalapathy Vijay, her impressive performances and increasing market value in Kara place her at the top of the league as one of the most important women in South cinema today.
