Top 10 Highest Paid Bollywood Actors
Bollywood movies have always had their charm both in and out of the country. Bollywood actors also enjoy worldwide popularity for their films, which results in getting them paid highly for each film they do. Moreover, the wage per film the actor receives is increasing rapidly every year.
Here we bring to you a list of the top 10 most paid Bollywood actors.
- SHAH RUKH KHAN
King Khan of Bollywood made his acting debut in the year 1992 with the film Deewana. His remarkable acting in movies like Darr and Baazigar made him a household name, but his success was at a peak with the release of Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jaayenge. He has been a part of several remarkable films like Veer Zaara, Dil To Paagal Hain, Swades, Om Shanti Om, ChakDe India which are only a few out of the lot. He is married to Gauri Khan and also is the owner of Red Chillies Production House and Cricket teams like Kolkata Knight Riders and Trinbago Knight Riders. Shah Rukh Khan has in total received 14 Filmfare awards in his career. He charges around INR 60 crores for each film in addition to the share in film’s profit.
- SALMAN KHAN
Salman Khan also affectionately called as Bhaijaan by his fans has been in the industry for around 30 years with his debut film being Biwi Ho To Aisi in the year 1988. He shot to fame with the romantic comedy Maine Pyaar Kiya in1989. He has been a part of several blockbuster movies like Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, Hum Dil De Chhuke Sanam, Dabangg, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan etc. He also owns his own production house called the Salman Khan Productions. He has got several awards for his brilliant yet intriguing acting capabilities. He charges around INR 55-60 crores per film
- AAMIR KHAN
Aamir Khan also is known as Mr Perfectionist in the industry made his acting debut in the film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak in the year 1988 where he shot to fame with his chocolate boy looks. Since then his film career has been only on an upward trajectory. With films like Lagaan, Sarfarosh, Fanaa, Taare Zameen Par, three idiots, Dangal, Dhoom 3 etc. which not only made him famous in India but also in abroad. He has a total of 4 National Awards and several Filmfare Awards under his name. He also enjoys immense popularity due to his films because they are making huge box office collection in the Chinese market and has also received an honorary title from the Government of China. He is married to Kiran Rao and also owns a production house with the name Aamir Khan Productions. He charges around INR 50-60 crores per film in addition to the percentage in the profit share of the film.
- HRITHIK ROSHAN
The Greek God of Bollywood, Hrithik Roshan made his acting debut with the film Kaho Naa Pyaar Hain in 2000. Since then he has been a part of several memorable movies of Bollywood. Some of his best works are Koi Mil Gaya, Krrish, Jodhaa Akbar, Dhoom 2 and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara etc. which has earned him accolades from both India and abroad. Recently his latest film Super 30 has earned him praise from all over the globe for his outstanding acting. He also owns a clothing brand with the name HRX. He charges around INR 50 crores for each film.
- AKSHAY KUMAR
The Khiladi Kumar of Bollywood made his acting debut with the less known film called Saugandh in 1991 but got to fame with his highly successful films with Abbas Mustan called Khiladi in 1992. He got famous for his action-packed films with the Khiladi franchise and yet gained critical acclaim for his other films like Sangharsh and Jaanwar. Some of his most successful movies are Rowdy Rathore, Oh My God, Ajnabee, Holiday, Rustom, Padman etc. His recent film Toilet-Ek Prem Katha has earned him appreciation from all sections of the society. He is married to former Bollywood actress Twinkle Khanna. He is one of the highest tax-paying celebrity of the country which is evident from the fact that he charges around INR 45 crores per film.
- AMITABH BACHCHAN
The Shahenshah of Bollywood has over these years proved why he is a living legend of today's era with his stupendous and extraordinary acting skills. He has appeared in around 200 films within a career span expanding up to five decades. The presence of the legend in today's highest-paid actor's list proves his dedication and passion for the art. He is a respectable personality, both in and out of the film industry. Some of the most successful films in his vast and glorified career are Sholay, Zanjeer, Deewar, Silsila, Don, Black, Agneepath, Paa and Piku. He is married to Bollywood actress Jaya Bachchan. He has won four National Awards for Best Actor and around fifteen Filmfare awards and also has been awarded Padma Vibhusan in 2015 for his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema. He charges around INR 30 crores for each film.
- AJAY DEVGN
Ajay Devgn made his acting debut with the film Phool Aur Kaante in the year 1991. He has in total appeared in more than 100 movies and gathered praise from all sections of society for his remarkable acting skills. He has won two National Film Awards and also the Padma Shri Award for his contribution to Indian cinema. Among his films, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Zakhm, Gangajal, Singham has been some of his best works. He is married to Bollywood actress Kajol. He charges around INR 25 crores for each film.
- RANBIR KAPOOR
Ranbir Kapoor hails from the Bollywood’s infamous Kapoor family and has successfully continued their family legacy. He made his acting debut in 2008 with Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Saawariya. Over the time he has provided various box office hits like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Rockstar, Ae Dil Hain Mushkil and the recent one being Sanju. He is currently seen as the next superstar of Bollywood. He also has won a total of 5 Filmfare’s award in the category of Best Actor. He is the heartthrob of Bollywood as his relationship status always makes headlines in the newspapers. He is very much interested in football and also owns a football club in the Indian Super League. The actor currently charges a whopping amount of INR 25 crores for each film.
- RANVEER SINGH
Over the past few years, Ranveer Singh has established himself as the next big thing in Bollywood with his recent movies breaking all the previous box office records. The star made his acting debut in 2010 with the film Band Baaja Baaraat under the coveted Yash Raj banner. He has been consistent in his movie selections as it is evident from the box office hits like Ramleela, Padmavaat, Bajirao Mastani etc. He has also gathered appreciation from the critics with his films like Lootera and Gully Boy. He tied the knot with Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone last year in November. He charges an amount of INR 20 crores per film
- SHAHID KAPOOR
Shahid Kapoor made his debut in Bollywood with the film Ishq Vishk in 2002 which gained him the fame of a romantic hero. Since then his career has seen many trajectories, but the star has never lost his popularity. He has got several box office hits like Vivaah, Fida, Jab We Met and recently Kabir Singh which has brought him back to the top Bollywood celebs list. The actor has a huge fan following among the youths. The actor at present charges INR 16 crores per film.
The Indian film industry is regularly trying to expand its market base and is exploring the Chinese and Gulf region markets. This has resulted in movies making more and more revenues for which the actors are continuously hiking their fees.
