Nani rose to stardom with doing author backed roles since Bhale Bhale Magadivoy. Perhaps, he slowed down a bit with back to back flops of Krishnarjuna Yuddham and Devadas. But his remuneration has raised surprisingly.
Nani is currently busy wrapping Jersey in Gowtam Tinnanuri direction. Its a sports drama and Nani will be seen as struggling cricketer. The teaser of the film received applause. Anirudh Ravichandran composed music. The film will be releasing in Tamil as well. Kannada actress Shraddha Srinath is pairing Nani.
As per buzz, Nani has been paid a remuneration of 10 crore for this movie. It is highest in career till date. Jersey is planned for April release. The film is said to be making amazing pre-release business. As per grapevine, theatrical rights alone may fetch 50 crore. Sithara Entertainments is bankrolling the project.