Mohanlal exits Chiranjeevi's film: Rs 30 cr demand changes Bobby's plans - Reports

A major budget problem has reportedly hit the underproduction Chiranjeevi film directed by Bobby. The makers were planning a special cameo by Mohanlal in the film. The idea was that Mohanlal would do this role without taking any payment. This was planned as a goodwill gesture because Chiranjeevi and Mohanlal have never appeared together on screen before.



Director Bobby is said to share a good personal relationship with Mohanlal. Because of this, the team believed the Malayalam superstar would agree to the cameo for free. But things did not go as expected.

Rs 30 crore demand leads to exit

As per Deccan Chronicle reports Mohanlal asked for Rs 30 crore to do the cameo role. This amount came as a big shock to the makers. The budget could not handle this sudden demand. Because of this Rs 30 crore crunch Mohanlal is said to have exited the project.




After this development the makers are now looking at a Telugu star to play the role. The new actor is expected to do the part without remuneration. This sudden change has forced the team to rethink their plans and adjust the casting quickly so that the project can move forward smoothly.

Story and backdrop details

Earlier reports from Asianet suggested that the main plot of the film had been leaked. The film is said to be made with a very strong and exciting concept. The makers are working in a genre that has been doing very well at the Indian box office in recent times.

The story is reportedly said to be based on a gangster theme. The entire gangster story is expected to run against a Kolkata backdrop. Gangster films are currently getting strong support from audiences and the Kolkata setting is expected to give the movie a powerful look and feel.

Even though the film is a gangster movie, family emotions are also said to play an important role. The story is expected to move mainly around strong emotions.

One of the biggest highlights of the film is said to be the emotional side. Strong emotional scenes are expected throughout the movie. The bonding between a father and daughter is said to be the heart of the story.

Chiranjeevi and Mohanlal's line up

Chiranjeevi also has a busy lineup. 'Vishwambhara' is set to release this year. He is also doing another film under Bobby’s direction and one more film with director Srikanth Odela.

As for Mohanlal, he was seen in nearly five films last year. 'L2: Empuraan' impressed Telugu audiences. He also appeared in a guest role in 'Kannappa'. Currently Mohanlal is busy with Drishyam 3 and is also acting in a film titled 'Patriot'.

Jeethu Joseph recently revealed April release plan for 'Drishyam 3'. The director also said that the audiences should come to watch the film with low expectations. Mohanlal will be also seen in the next film 'Ram'. Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”