Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan has reportedly taken a significant voluntary pay cut following the disappointing theatrical performance of his latest film, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri. Produced by Dharma Productions, the romantic comedy—which stars Ananya Panday as the female lead—struggled to find its footing at the box office after its release in late December 2025.
According to industry reports, Kartik has waived approximately ₹15 crore from his remuneration to help the producers manage the financial impact of the film’s underperformance.
Commitment Over Contract: Supporting Dharma Productions
The decision has been hailed as a mature and professional gesture by industry insiders. While rumors initially hinted at a fallout between Kartik and producer Karan Johar, sources close to both parties have dismissed these claims as baseless.
- Voluntary Move: The pay cut was not a contractual obligation but a “solidarity gesture” toward the production house.
- No Agency Split: Rumors that Kartik had parted ways with Dharma’s talent agency, DCAA, have also been confirmed as false. The actor continues to be represented by the agency.
- A Pattern of Responsibility: This isn’t the first time Kartik has stepped up; he reportedly took a similar pay revision after the underwhelming performance of Shehzada to support his producers.
Current Projects: Naagzilla and More
Despite the recent setback, the collaboration between Kartik and Dharma remains strong. The actor is currently filming Naagzilla, a high-budget creature comedy where he plays a shape-shifting snake (Ichadaari Naag) named Preyamvadeshwar Pyare Chand.
- Release Date: August 14, 2026.
- Status: The shoot is expected to wrap by February-end, with VFX work currently underway.
- Co-stars: The film features Sreeleela and Ravi Kishan.
Personal Life: The “Mystery Girl” in Goa
Outside of his films, Kartik recently made headlines due to viral “detective work” by fans on Reddit. Speculation arose that the actor was dating Karina Kubiliute, a UK-based student, after both shared photos from the St. Regis Hotel in Goa during the first week of January.
| Rumor | Reality / Clarification |
| Dating in Goa? | Both were at the same hotel, but sources claim they stayed in separate rooms. |
| Instagram Following | Kartik briefly followed Karina but unfollowed her shortly after rumors began. |
| Karina’s Response | She updated her Instagram bio to clarify: “I don’t know Kartik, I’m not his gf, I’m on |