Is Mike Tyson being paid more than Vijay Deverakonda in Liger? Read this

First Published | Sep 30, 2021, 4:50 PM IST

Vijay Deverakonda and Mike Tyson will be seen locking horns at the film's climax; read some interesting details of the film

A few days ago, big news came in on Vijay Deverakonda's Liger, in which it was said that Boxing legend Mike Tyson would feature in a fight at the climax of the film.
 

Many reports were suggesting that the Boxing legend will be paid more than Vijay Deverakonda in the action film. We know that Liger is a big-budget film made for pan-India audiences. Also Read: Samantha Akkineni to Rashmika Mandanna to Vijay Deverakonda: 7 south actors shocking 10th-12th exam results 
 

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In association with Puri Jagannadh connects, Liger is jointly being produced by Dharma Productions. Karan Johar took to Twitter and wrote, “For the first time ever, the king of the ring will be seen on the big screens of Indian cinema! Welcoming @MikeTyson to the #LIGER team! #NamasteTyson.” His tweet included a video featuring Mike Tyson. 
 

However, according to a source very close to the makers said who laughed it off and said Vijay is the film’s life and breath, and he is in every frame of Liger. He also added that Vijay is the only newcomer that Karan Johar has paid this hefty fee. Also Read: Is Vijay Deverakonda Rashmika Mandanna's 'go-to' person? Actress reveals her bond with Dear Comrade star
 

The source who don't want to mention his many, also said that Deverakonda is the film's hero in the truest sense. Talking about Mike Tyson, the source said, "Tyson will feature in the climactic fight. Yes, he is a boxing legend. And he will be paid accordingly,” 
 

Coming back to the Liger, the pre-climax scene of the film is set to be the USP and the film's highlight. It is reportedly stated that the film's budget is Rs 125 crores, and Vijay will be speaking his lines in Hindi. Ananya Panday will be playing his love interest of Vijay Deverakonda. The movie will release in five languages, Hindi, Tamil, Telegu, Malayalam and Kannada.

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