Dhaka, Nov. 9 -- Actor Shakib Khan - the country's most popular film star - is also the most expensive celebrity in Bangladesh's showbiz industry.

His remuneration for films is sky-high, and recently, he set a new record by appearing at a brand event.

Shakib attended the inauguration of an international accessories brand's new showroom in Banani, Dhaka, as the chief guest. Although his presence was brief, it instantly went viral on social media.

According to reports, Shakib Khan received 35 lakh taka for a 20-minute appearance at the event. This means his per-minute rate is nearly two lakh taka.

Shakib Khan himself has not yet commented on the fee or the duration of his appearance.

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