David Warner to Feature in ‘Robin Hood’; High Remuneration Goes Viral
Australian cricketer David Warner, known for his long association with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL), is making his debut in Tollywood. Warner plays a key role in the upcoming Telugu film Robin Hood, starring Nithiin and Sreeleela.
As part of his involvement, Warner participated in four days of shooting for the film. Reports suggest that he was paid ₹3 crore for his role. Additionally, he is said to have charged ₹1 crore extra for participating in promotional activities. News of his remuneration has gone viral on social media, with fans commenting on the high fee, calling him "costly" in a lighthearted manner.
Warner has previously gained popularity among Telugu audiences by imitating popular Tollywood actors and posting related content on social media. His recreation of Allu Arjun’s style from Pushpa became widely popular online. This connection with Telugu audiences reportedly influenced the makers of Robin Hood to cast him in the film.
The film Robin Hood is set to release on March 28.
As part of his involvement, Warner participated in four days of shooting for the film. Reports suggest that he was paid ₹3 crore for his role. Additionally, he is said to have charged ₹1 crore extra for participating in promotional activities. News of his remuneration has gone viral on social media, with fans commenting on the high fee, calling him "costly" in a lighthearted manner.
Warner has previously gained popularity among Telugu audiences by imitating popular Tollywood actors and posting related content on social media. His recreation of Allu Arjun’s style from Pushpa became widely popular online. This connection with Telugu audiences reportedly influenced the makers of Robin Hood to cast him in the film.
The film Robin Hood is set to release on March 28.