Varun Dhawan is grabbing the eye balls with his role in the upcoming film ‘October’. After his super successful films like Badrinath Ki Dulhania and Judwaa 2, the handsome star has become the apple of the eye of most of the fans. His contagious energy has led him to another big project: The opening ceremony of IPL 2018 that starts from April 7. There are several stars like Ranveer Singh, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Parineeti Chopra who are set to sizzle in the glamorous night. However, you will be surprised to know that Varun beat Ranveer to become the highest paid performer among all!

A source revealed to DNA, “Recently, there were reports that Ranveer has been given around `5 crore for his IPL act. But the organisers have paid Varun much more and he’s the highest paid of the lot this year. His fee is somewhere close to `6 crore, although the exact figure isn’t known.”

Varun is known to be the latest box office king in the industry. He has given almost all hit films in his career until now, which naturally makes him one of the most desirable stars in the town. The source added, “Varun has a great connect with the masses and among all the actors from the younger generation, he has the maximum number of chartbusters in his kitty. He will be dancing to his recent hits from Badrinath Ki Dulhania and Judwaa 2, as well as other films. Jacqueline and he might also perform a few songs together. "

The 30-year-old actor will be next seen in October and Sui Dhaaga. He apparently took off a 2-day break from his hectic schedule to practice for the big event. Well, we now know who is the most sought after star in the industry!

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