Vikrant Massey Claims Deepika Padukone Gets Paid More Than Him ; Says 'Most Of My Female Co-Stars Have Been Paid More'
Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey recently admitted that salary differences exist. In one of his most recent interviews, the 36-year-old said that despite his vast career, he is paid less than most of his female co-stars.
In 2013, Vikrant Massey debuted in 'Lootera', starring Ranveer Singh, after proving himself on television. He then appeared in 'Dil Dhadakne Do', Half Girlfriend,’ and ‘Chhapaak’. Read on.
Vikrant Massey told a publication that he earns less than most of his female co-stars, mentioning Deepika Padukone as an example. “Bahar ke jo so-called ‘A-listers’ he woh bhi platforms pe films kar rahe he. Humare ‘so-called A-listers’ he yaha ke, superstars he, pichle 15-20 saalon se TV pe kaam kar rahe he.” Massey continued, “Most of my female co-stars have been paid more than me, I have never made a fuss about it. My big body of work does not give me as much money as you know, Deepika Padukone, of course.”
“I am comfortable in doing things I feel about, or strongly about in social media.” the actor added, “There have been days when I have taken a few comments about me, my family, my wife… to heart and I haven’t been able to sleep that day.” the actor said.
'Gaslight' starred Sara Ali Khan and Chitrangada Singh. He will soon be hosting ‘Crimes Aaj Kal'.
"I am hosting something after a very long time,did this two years ago. Yes, considering this a different format and doing it myself after so long.” Vikrant Massey said of his show preparation.
