IPL 2018: Ranveer Singh to earn Rs 5 crore for 15-minute performance in opening ceremony

New Delhi : Bollywood heartthrob Ranveer Singh is likely to earn Rs 5 crore for a 15-minute performance in IPL 2018, a source confirmed. As of now, he is busy shooting for 'Gully Boy' slated to release on February 14, 2019.

Ranveer’s stupendous portrayal of Alauddin Khilji in the Sanjay Leela Bhansali's blockbuster period drama 'Padmaavat' has impressed everyone who has watched the movie. The 'Bajirao' of 'Bajirao Mastani' has always set the stage on fire with his extra-ordinary energy on various award functions. As of now, the actor geared up to perform in the opening ceremony of Indian Premier League 2018. 

According to the report published in Hindustan Times, Ranveer is said to be paid a big amount of Rs 5 crore for his 15-minute performance in IPL’s eleventh edition.

An insider close to the development told that he will be shaking a leg for about 15 minutes, but the organising team was always clear that they wanted Ranveer as a performer, and that’s why he has been offered such a huge amount

“His appeal cuts across cities, age-groups and has an equally big fan following among men and women. That’s why the organisers felt that he is the perfect fit for the performance at this year’s IPL opening ceremony. The organisers are extremely happy that Ranveer has given his nod for the event,” said the insider.

“Going by his past performances, he wants to give audiences a breath-taking performance and so, he is taking time out of his extremely busy schedule to start rehearsals for the same. He is currently busy shooting for Gully Boy and also prepping for ‘Simmba’ but has decided to balance out time for his performance’s rehearsals as well as other professional commitments,” added the insider.