Akshay Kumar, who has been facing a tough time at the box office with a string of underwhelming performances over the past four years, recently made headlines for his fiery response at the “Housefull 5” trailer launch. Despite a career slump, reports suggest the actor hasn’t reduced his fees, with Bollywood insiders claiming he’s demanding a hefty sum for the upcoming installment of the popular comedy franchise. Given the star-studded cast and lavish international shooting locations, curiosity about the actors’ remuneration is understandable.

During Tuesday’s trailer launch, a journalist directly asked Akshay about his “Housefull 5” salary, prompting an immediate and strong reaction from the actor. Without hesitation, Kumar grabbed the mic and delivered a scathing, informal retort. “Why would I tell you if I’ve taken a lot of money? Are you my nephew that I need to tell you? I have taken my fees. I’ve taken very good money. The film is also made on a big budget. I had a lot of fun making the film. Today is such a happy day. Are you going to raid my house?” His blunt response has since gone viral. However, fans are already predicting a triumphant return for Akshay with “Housefull 5” after seeing its first glimpse, speculating that this film might finally bring him the blockbuster success he’s been looking for.