The presence of TV stars plays a huge role in the audience’s lives. From entertaining on a daily basis through their shows to impressing fans with their social media presence, the stars never fail to win hearts.
Rupali Ganguly, Kapil Sharma, Dilip Joshi are some of the most popular names in the TV industry. Let’s look at the top 10 highest-paid TV stars.
10. Gaurav Khanna – Rs 1.5 lakh per episode
Famous for his role in Anupama, Rahul Khanna is the audience favourite and is adored by them. His major success broke out with his on-screen chemistry with Rupali Ganguly, named as Anupama in the serial. The actor is among the top earners in the industry, reportedly receiving around Rs 1.5 lakh per episode of the TV show.
9. Shraddha Arya – Rs 1.5 lakh per episode
Shraddha Arya has won over the hearts of netizens with her portrayal of Preeta in the TV show Kundali Bhagya. She reportedly earns about Rs 1.5 lakh per episode for her role. Along with her presence on TV, she also creates engaging content on social media.
8. Jennifer Winget – Rs 1.5 lakh per episode
Known for her role in Beyhadh 2, Jennifer Winget is adored for her glamorous looks on screen along with her exceptional acting skills. She has also acted in TV series like Bepannah, Dill Mill Gayye, and others. Sources indicate that she receives a significant sum of around Rs 1.5 lakh per episode.
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7. Dilip Joshi – Rs 1.5 lakh per episode
Dilip Joshi, famously known as Jethalal in Taarak Mehta ka Ulta Chasma reportedly earns around Rs 1.5 lakh per episode. The TV actor has acted in a few Bollywood movies as well like Hum Apke Hai Kaun, Maine Pyaar Kiya and other movies. He is known for his comedic roles.
6. Divyanka Tripathi – Rs 1.5-2 lakh per episode
Divyanka Tripathi is widely known for her exceptional role in TV show Yeh Hai Mohabbatein. With a career spanning over a decade, the actress has captivated audiences with her roles in TV series like Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, Banoo Main Teri Dulhan, and more.
5. Tejasswi Prakash – Rs 2 lakh per episode
Tejasswi Prakash, best known for her role in Naagin where she got a payout of Rs 2 lakh per episode. Her appearance in big boss 15 skyrocketed her career. Fans adored her for her cute and bold looks on the reality show.
4. Rupali Ganguly – Rs 3 lakh per episode
Rupali Ganguly’s fan following and performance is going off the charts for years. Rupali Ganguly has been in the TV industry for a long while, most known for her roles in Anupama and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. Reportedly, the actress earns a hefty sum of Rs 3 lakh per episode.
3. Harshad Chopda – Rs 3 lakh per episode
He is known as one of the most popular actors in the TV seria industry, most known for his on-going role in Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. According to the source, he earned approximately Rs 3 lakh per episode of the show.
2. Karan Kundrra – Rs 3 lakh per episode
The Indian TV serial actor is one of the most favoured people in the industry. He has acted in multiple TV shows and appeared in numerous reality shows. He has showcased his hosting skills on Dance Deewane, leaving fans impressed. He received around Rs 3 lakh per episode for Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal, making it one of the highest payouts for a celebrity per episode.
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1. Kapil Sharma – Rs 5 crore per episode
India’s favourite entertainer, Kapil Sharma charges around Rs 5 crore per episode. He runs a comedy TV show, having guests from Bollywood and some across the world as well. Kapil Sharma has also acted in many Bollywood movies. He is the highest paid TV star.
Written by Atin Kevin