When chatter about the KGF queen’s alleged ₹7‑8 crore fee hit the headlines, she stepped onto the set and cut the noise with a candid interview—no pre‑scripted PR lines, just a straight‑talk stance.
She told NTv Telugu that asking for such a sum when she’s only appeared in a handful of films is “a stretch” and raised eyebrows. “If earning money was my only goal, I could have done 30 to 40 films over the last few years,” she said, and that count feels far from reality.
Story beats over banknotes become her mantra. She’s been selective: from the gritty anti‑heroine in KGF to the modest drama in Nani’s 3 Back 2025, the actress has steered clear of projects that don’t offer a compelling narrative or a well‑written character.
But she’s not a one‑genre snob. “I’m open to different types of films, but I won’t agree to anything that makes me uncomfortable,” she added, hinting at a future that could see her in everything from a romantic comedy to a hard‑boiled thriller.
Her next outing is slated to be a high‑octane action‑drama, Aadarsha Kutumbam House No 47 – Ak 47, alongside Venkatesh, Nivetha Pethuraj and Nara Rohit, a project that promises to test her versatility.
So, while the industry buzzes about pay scales, Shetty’s message is clear: she’ll keep her feet firmly on the storyline, ensuring every role feels genuine and worth the effort. That’s the kind of commitment fans and critics alike will be watching for next.