Saif Ali Khan on Karan Johar’s ‘stars can’t guarantee hits’ remark, says, “I am sure he is right”

Rising entourage cost has been a topic of debate in Bollywood since quite some time. Recently, producer Karan Johar remarked how stars demand huge money while in return there is no box office result. During a recent conclave in the city, Saif Ali Khan has reacted to Karan Johar’s ‘stars don’t guarantee success’ statement.

Saif Ali Khan reacts to Karan Johar statement

When asked about Johar’s remark, the Nawab of Pataudi quipped, “He wants to cut pay cheques. I think I should have my own union on that. I am sure he is right, but it makes me a little nervous when we hear about cutting pay cheques. No cutting pay cheques!”

Saif, known for his candid humour, acknowledged the current state of the industry. “The economics of our industry is like that. You go to a star, and sometimes they say, ‘Hey, if you want me, this is what it’s going to cost.’ And people pay it. Sometimes the economics do get skewed. But Indians are businessmen. The film industry is a financial center in itself, and people take shots. But Karan Johar knows best”.

During the conclave, Saif also elaborated on Karan’s concerns, saying, “What Karan is talking about is stars charging astronomical amounts and not delivering, which can’t last for long. We don’t charge that much. We’re recession-proof.”

About Karan Johar’s statement

Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter India recently, Karan spoke about stars demanding a huge amount to star in a film. He had said, “What is your last couple of films? How much have you opened to? With what right are you asking me for this number?…Every star asked me for the same money that the budget was for. I was like, ‘How can I pay you? When the budget is ₹40 crore, you’re asking for ₹40 crore? Are you guaranteeing the film will do ₹120 crore? There’s no guarantee, right?”

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On the work front, Saif is seen as antagonist Bhairava in Devara Part 1. He stars alongside Janhvi Kapoor and NTR Jr.

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