Last Friday's blockbuster has certainly changed equations in the industry. Sajid Nadiadwala, who is producing Kick starring Salman and Sonakshi Sinha, has quoted for a gobsmacking Rs 75 crore to Eros if they wish to acquire the film.
Salman's latest hit Dabangg churned out huge profits for Eros, but at Rs 75 crore for his next, Eros is asking for some extra time to ponder over this.
A source reveals, "After the super-hit Dabangg, Salman and Sonakshi have become the hottest pair in town. Producer Sajid Nadiadwala, who is casting the duo in his next production, Kick, has quoted a huge amount for the film. Eros is very close to Salman and Sajid and have done Salman's last two films, Veer and Dabangg.
Although Dabangg made big bucks for Eros, Veer was a major dud and the company suffered major losses.
Now, when Kick came on the table for discussion, Nadiadwala quoted a price of Rs 75 crore after considering Salman's market value post-release of Dabangg. Eros has found the amount too huge, but is still working out the logistics."
When contacted, an Eros spokesperson said, "We share a very good relationship with Sajid and he has not discussed any amount with us." Sajid Nadiadwala also said, "I haven't spoken to them as yet.
We yet have to lock the script and work on our budget."
But a source close to Eros said that Nadiadwala had indeed demanded Rs 75 crore for Kick. "It is too early to quote a price of Rs 75 crore for Kick now.
The movie will release in the middle of next year or on Eid. One cannot judge from now what will be the market situation then. Salman has been very close to Eros, and one is still considering the amount," said the source.
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