Stree 2: Rajkummar Rao’s Hilarious “Calm Down” Was A Bomb Expensive Affair, Makers Paid Almost 45% Of Abhishek Banerjee’s Salary For Selena Gomez & Rema’s Song?

Stree 2 has minted massive box office earnings in its theatrical run. Within the first two weeks, it gained blockbuster status, and the makers are adding humungous profits to their pockets as the horror-comedy flick refuses to stop. But do you know? The hilarious “calm down” scene featuring Rajkummar Rao was a bomb expense. Scroll below for all the details!

SPOILERS AHEAD: A sequence in the Stree sequel features Bittu (Aparshakti Khurana) visiting his girlfriend Chitti (Anya Singh) at her home at night-time. While they spend quality time, Vicky (Rajkummar Rao) waits downstairs on his bike and listens to Selena Gomez and Rema’s Calm Down. He has no idea about the incoming storm behind his back but continues to croon the chartbuster track with bizarre lyrics.

How much did Stree 2 makers pay for Calm Down usage rights?

As per various sources, the makers had to pay a whopping fee of Rs 25 lakhs to gain the usage rights of Calm Down in their movie. Although the lyrics were broken, the reference to Selena Gomez and Rema’s song still came at a huge price.