Mamitha Baiju is creating buzz across the industry once again, this time due to her huge payday announced for the recently released Tamil drama ‘Kara’. Starring alongside Dhanush, Mamitha reportedly earned a salary of Rs 2 crore for her role as Chelli, a character that sparked intense discussion among fans and trade analysts alike.
Directed by Vignesh Raja, the film follows the journey of Karasamy played by Dhanush as he navigates a life of crime and redemption against the backdrop of the 1990s.
Mamitha Baiju was paid Rs 2 crore for the film ‘Kara’.
According to Cine Ulagam, Mamitha Baiju has reportedly received a salary of around Rs 2 crore for her role in ‘Kara’. Although the amount has not been officially confirmed by the producers or the actress herself, this speculation has already become a major discussion point.
In the film, Mamitha stars opposite Dhanush and plays the character named Chilli. The film, directed by Vignesh Raja and released on April 30, received a positive response from viewers for Baiju’s portrayal in an emotional rustic role alongside Dhanush in this intense drama.
The story of ‘Kara’ revolves around the character Dhanush
The film follows the story of Karasamy, played by Dhanush, who gets involved in a robbery case and later escapes from police custody with his wife Chilli.
The couple then moves to Andhra Pradesh and tries to start a peaceful life. Later, Karasamy returns to his hometown to sell his family’s land and start a business, but new problems begin to arise. His father, played by KS Ravikumar, opposes the decision as the land is already linked to financial problems.
The story then follows Karasamy’s struggles, emotional conflicts, and dangerous situations as he tries to rebuild his life.
Mamitha’s performance received early praise from fans
Although Mamitha Baiju has limited screen time in the film, early reactions suggest that her role leaves a strong impact. Viewers who watched the film praised her emotional depth and on-screen chemistry with Dhanush. The film also stars Karunas, Jayaram and Sooraj Venjaramoodu in pivotal roles. While Mamitha continues to climb the ladder of stardom with high-profile projects like ‘Jana Nayagan’ alongside Thalapathy Vijay, her poignant performance and soaring market value in Kara puts her in the top league as one of the most sought-after leading ladies in South cinema today.