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Rakesh Bedi rewarded with Rs 1 crore bonus for Dhurandhar role?
Updated On: 24 April, 2026 02:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rakesh Bedi impressed audiences as Jameel Jamali in Dhurandhar. His dialogue “Bachcha hai tu mera” became a viral meme, boosting his popularity. He was reportedly paid Rs 50 lakh for the role

Rakesh Bedi
Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi has become the internet’s latest favourite after his portrayal of Jameel Jamali in the Dhurandhar franchise. His dialogue, “Bachcha hai tu mera,” is now a viral meme. Reportedly, Rakesh Bedi was initially offered Rs 50 lakh for his role in both Dhurandhar films. Recently, it was reported that Aditya Dhar and the producers gave him a bonus of Rs 1 crore.
Rakesh Bedi received Rs 1 crore bonus for Dhurandhar?
As per a report by Bollywood Hungama, “As Jameel Jamali, Rakesh Bedi impressed, entertained, and completely won over the audience. His dialogues have become immortal in the meme world, while the twist surrounding his character in the sequel further amplified his impact. The producers were deeply touched by the hard work he put into making the character so memorable. As a token of gratitude, they decided to pay him additional remuneration.”
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