The Indian film industry has always celebrated stardom. As the streaming platforms and blockbuster films continue to flourish, it is without a doubt that the earnings of the top Indian actors are seeing new heights.
The staggering numbers of each of the actors might be surprising but what they deliver on the screen explains it all. Actors like Allu Arjun, Thalapathy Vijay, and SRK stand out as one of the highest paid actors in Asia today.
This entertainment industry growth was a combination of movies from all parts of the nation. Be it Tollywood, Kollywood, or Bollywood each of the industries have not failed to deliver a global hit each year. With such tremendous growth comes a cost and that cost is reflected in these actors’ earnings.
7. Akshay Kumar (₹50 Cr-₹125 Cr Per Movie)
Akki as fans called him has seen decades of changing eras in Bollywood. Starting from his hit Khiladi to the recent release of Sky Force, he has established an empire no one can conquer. His timely comic delivery has earned him the most fame in the early 2000s. It is worth commending the way Akki can shift from being a comedy actor to serious one.
6. Salman Khan (₹100 Cr-₹150 Cr (Per Movie)
Salman Khan also known as “Sallu Bhai” became a fan favorite after his movie Maine Pyar Kiya. Soon after the iconic romantic release he began working on various projects, establishing his career which we see now as one of the greatest actors of the country.
5. Aamir Khan (₹100 Cr-₹275 Cr Per Movie)
Aamir Khan in his early career has been praised for his sharp acting and dialogue delivery. Years later now we are with his recent release of Sitaare Zameen Par. The passion in his acting has remained constant throughout these years. He is also known as one of the actors who is very particular with his script choices. It is very evident with the movies he has done so far. Each of them is unique on its own and has polar opposite characteristics.
4. Rajinikanth (₹125 Cr-₹270 Cr Per Movie)
Rajnikanth is one of the actors whose legacy many new coming actors want to follow. His versatile roles in all of his movies shows his commitment to his work. Though his earning numbers are staggering, his goodwill and mythology-like status turn those investments into massive returns for film distributors. Beyond cinema, Rajinikanth’s legacy makes him one of India’s most universally adored public figures.
3. Thalapathy Vijay (₹150 Cr-₹275 Cr Per Movie)
If there’s one actor who truly knows how to keep his fans hooked, it’s Joseph Vijay- better known simply as Vijay. In his early career he established himself as a romantic sweetheart with hits like Poove Unakkaga. Later in his career he started leading the story with much more intense characters like that in Greatest of All Time.
2. Shah Rukh Khan (₹150 Cr-₹300 Cr Per Movie)
SRK has acted in many superhit films after his debut in the 90s. He is mostly known for the way he takes romance to the next level in films. His signature pose has been a fan’s favorite for decades now. With all his successful movies and cameos he stands strong as one of the highest paid actors.
1. Allu Arjun (₹200 Cr-₹300 Cr Per Movie)
“Pushpa Jhukega Nahi” actor Allu Arjun is one of the most popular actors in India, His popularity is not limited to one film industry. His mega successful film Pushpa and Pushpa 2 has made him known internationally. His humble beginning lay in the Telugu cinema where in the early 2010s he worked on some romantic movies and established his place in the entertainment world.
Final Take
These aren’t just numbers but a testament of their hard work as an actor. The numbers they are earning also tells the story of the kinds of movies they choose and their acting skill overall. Some of actors like Shah Rukh and Allu Arjun reportedly are earning more than other top actors in the international film industry.
As the country’s entertainment business experiences its steady growth we can expect more actors to join this list. The rapid growth just gives a glimpse as it might not be far away when another newcomer may come and break the record with their talent and success.
References: The figures in the article have been compiled from multiple reputable sources. These include established news outlets such as The Indian Express as well as entertainment industry reporters like Filmibeat. While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, there might be some variations that may exist due to the nature of publicly available data.
Written By Kenbi Riba