When people talk about high-paying actors, they usually think of Bollywood stars. However, the television industry is not far behind when it comes to sky-high salaries. There is one TV actor in particular whose monthly fee will leave you stunned. He appears in only one show a year and still manages to charge a jaw-dropping ₹60 crore every month.
If you’re guessing it’s Kapil Sharma, Rupali Ganguly, or even Amitabh Bachchan, think again. None of them even come close to this actor.
India’s Highest Paid TV Star: Salman Khan
Yes, the most expensive actor in Indian television is none other than Salman Khan, also known as Bollywood’s Bhaijaan. According to reports, Salman charges ₹60 crore per month to host Bigg Boss Season 18, which premiered on October 6, 2024, on Colors TV and Jio Cinema.
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He Earned ₹250 Crore in Just One Season
Close sources from the show’s production have revealed that Salman Khan recently increased his fees. Over a 15-week season, he earned nearly ₹250 crore. This means his per episode fee averages around ₹7.5 crore.
Salman Khan Elevated Bigg Boss to New Heights
In its early days, Bigg Boss was hosted by actors like Arshad Warsi, Amitabh Bachchan, and even Akshay Kumar. But the show truly became a massive hit after Salman joined as host. His charisma, bold style, and fan following helped skyrocket the show’s TRP ratings. That’s why the producers are willing to pay him any price he demands.
Charges as Much as a Big-Budget Film
Earlier, Salman reportedly charged around ₹5 to ₹10 crore per film. But now, for movies, he earns nearly ₹150 crore per project. Surprisingly, his fee for Bigg Boss is in the same range as a blockbuster film, even though he works for only three to four months on the show.
Other Top-Paid TV Stars
Following Salman Khan, the second highest-paid television actor is Amitabh Bachchan. According to reports, Big B charges ₹5 crore per episode for his quiz show. Since the show airs five days a week, his weekly earnings come to ₹25 crore, and monthly earnings are around ₹100 crore.
However, this still falls short of Salman Khan’s earnings, since Salman appears only twice a week, yet earns more per episode.
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Highest Paid Female TV Actor: Rupali Ganguly
In the female category, Rupali Ganguly is the highest-paid TV actress. She plays the lead in the popular daily soap Anupamaa. According to industry reports, she charges ₹3 lakh per episode. Since the show airs seven days a week, her total weekly income is ₹21 lakh.
Even though this is significantly lower compared to male counterparts, she still ranks number one among female TV stars in India.
Conclusion:
The television industry in India is booming, and big stars are now making earnings that match or even surpass film actors. Salman Khan’s ₹60 crore monthly paycheck is a clear example of how powerful and profitable Indian reality TV has become.
