How much were 'Fast X' stars paid? Vin Diesel, Jason Momoa and other cast cash in on box office hit
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Fast and Furious' is undoubtedly one of the most popular franchises in existence. The tenth installment in the well-known franchise opened to a whopping $251.4 million in foreign markets in contrast to the series' declining popularity in the US. However multiple reports say it's a solid start and Vin Diesel and Jason Momoa's film is seemingly racing to the bank.
The action movie has also been ambitious with high hopes from both the producers and the audience. The 'Fast and Furious' movie series has always been risky, according to Dominic Toretto, but he feels 'Fast X' deserves the right to be "this daring" after 23 years, claimed Screen Rant. Multiple other reports say the much-awaited film which has some of the important stars Vin Diesel, Jason Momoa, Jason Statham, Brie Larson, John Cena, Gal Gadot, and Michelle Rodriguez has an enormous $340 million US budget, making it the fourth most costly film of all time, surpassing 'Avengers: Infinity War'. Later, the subject of the stars' compensation for their performances was raised by the buzz surrounding the movie and their presence.
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As Universal Pictures' core franchise comes to an end, 'Fast X' roared to a thrilling $67.5 million North American premiere and a spectacular $318.9 million worldwide opening. That's a respectable start for the tenth installment even if the movie is receiving lower-than-expected box office returns in the United States, claimed, The Hollywood Reporter.
What are the salaries of 'Fast X' star Vin Diesel and the cast?
According to reports, Vin Diesel earned an astounding $20 million for his role as Dominic Toretto in 'Fast X'. Jason Momoa received $5 million for his role as Dante Reyes, the villain. Brie Larson's payment, which is rumored to be $1 million, is fairly meager. The actor who portrays Jakob Toretto, John Cena, has earned $2 million from the movie. Jason Statham has reportedly charged a solid amount of $15 million for 'Fast X'. Michelle Rodriguez has taken home $2.5 million for playing Letty. Tyrese Gibson and Ludacris have reportedly charged $1 million and $600,000, respectively.
