The Telugu film 'Mr Bachchan', a remake of the Hindi film 'Raid', was released on August 15 but failed to perform at the box office, grossing only Rs 14 crore against a budget of Rs 85 crore. In response to the film's poor performance, actor Ravi Teja returned Rs 4 crore and director Harish Shankar returned Rs 2 crore of their remuneration to the producers, People Media Factory, as a gesture of responsibility. Both were reportedly disheartened by the film's outcome, despite having high hopes for its success. The film clashed with 'Double iSmart', resulting in a lackluster reception for both titles. Critics had also flagged concerns about the film's portrayal of its female lead prior to its release. The refunding of fees has been positively received by fans and the industry, enhancing the trust factor among audiences.