Top 10 highest paid Actors in India 2024

Top 10 most-paid Indian actors

Here are the top 10 highest-paid Indian actors, with data sourced from IMDb and sorted from the most paid to the least:

Exploring the Top-Earning Indian Actors: What Sets Them Apart? These stars have built impressive careers with movies spanning various genres, from social messages to family dramas, romance, action, and pure entertainment. Let's take a closer look at their work and what makes them so successful.

Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as King Khan, has amassed an estimated net worth of Rs. 6300 crores. Despite facing setbacks with some film flops, he bounced back with two consecutive blockbusters in 2023: 'Jawan' and 'Pathaan,' each grossing over Rs. 2000 crores worldwide. His latest release, 'Dunki,' also continues to perform well, showcasing his enduring popularity. Starting his career with television in the late 1980s and making his Bollywood debut in 1992's 'Deewana,' Shah Rukh Khan has steadily climbed the ladder of success, solidifying his status as the highest-paid Bollywood actor

Rajinikanth

Rajinikanth, the highest-paid South Indian actor with an estimated net worth of Rs. 430 crores, is revered like a living deity in Southern India and beyond. Known by his real name Shivaji Rao Gaikwad, he is primarily known for his work in Tamil cinema. Rajinikanth's mere presence in a movie attracts enthusiastic crowds. His latest film 'Jailer,' an action comedy, was a box office hit, for which he charged Rs. 110 crores

Joseph Vijay

Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, also known as Thalapathy Vijay, is one of the highest-paid South Indian actors, with an estimated net worth of Rs. 474 crores. His career spans over two decades, starting as a child artist in 1984's 'Vetri' at the age of 10. Vijay is known for his bankable performances in the South movie industries. In 2023, his films 'Varisu' and 'Leo' were major successes, earning around Rs. 300 crores and over Rs. 612 crores worldwide, respectively. 'Leo' is also noted as the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2023.

Prabhas

Prabhas rose to fame with SS Rajamouli's blockbuster Baahubali series, significantly boosting his net worth by 94% over the past eight years. Although his film Adipurush faced controversy and did not perform well, his latest release Salaar has been a success, with a domestic net collection of Rs. 369.37 crore. This surpasses the net collection of Rajinikanth's Jailer, which stands at Rs. 348.55 crore.

Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan, known as 'Mr. Perfectionist,' has amassed an estimated net worth of Rs. 1862 crores. Renowned for his meticulous selection of films, his dedication to perfection earns him admiration from fans. Although his last release, Laal Singh Chaddha in 2022, didn't achieve significant success, he is set to continue his tradition of holiday season movie releases with Sitaare Zameen Par in 2024. Known for hits like Dangal, PK, and 3 Idiots, Aamir Khan remains a favorite among audiences.

Salman Khan

Salman Khan, a Bollywood star with a massive fan base, has amassed an estimated net worth of Rs. 2900 crores. From portraying romantic roles as Prem in the 1990s to becoming everyone's 'bhai' in recent years, his image has evolved over time. Salman's popularity has soared, making him one of the highest-paid actors in India. His latest film, Tiger 3, has grossed over Rs. 466.63 crores worldwide, further cementing his status as a box office powerhouse.

Kamal Hassan

Kamal Hassan, a prominent figure in South Indian cinema, has an estimated net worth of Rs. 150 crores. Known for his versatility, he has appeared in approximately 220 films across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi languages. Although he did not have any releases in 2023, fans are eagerly awaiting his upcoming film 'KH 234' with director Mani Ratnam

Allu Arjun

Arjun gained widespread recognition in India for his lead role in the 2021 Telugu film Pushpa: The Rise. A sequel, Pushpa: The Rule - Part 2, is set for release in 2024, anticipated to surpass box office records set by Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan.

Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar, with an estimated net worth of Rs. 2500 crores, is renowned for his comedic performances in films like Hera Pheri and Bhool Bhulaiyaa. He has also starred in movies with significant social messages, such as Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Padman. Although he didn't have major hits in 2023, his guest appearance in OMG 2 contributed to its worldwide earnings of approximately Rs. 221 crore

Ajith Kumar

Kumar, one of the top-paid South Indian actors, delivered a commendable performance in the 2023 film Thunivu, earning praise from fans. The movie achieved a total Indian market earnings of Rs. 130 crores

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