According to industry experts, the revenue from the theatrical sector for the Indian film industry in 2023 is expected to range between INR 11,000 to 12,000 crores. It is further expected to garner more revenue this year. This really shows the craze of Indian cinemas, be it domestically or internationally, has been overwhelming. Furthermore, every decade has given birth to its own noteworthy superstars who have stolen the hearts of millions in India and on the global front. Today, it is rolling forward with more intensity with every passing year. For decades, Indian cinemas have been renowned for its rich storytelling, hearthwarming musical compositions, and varied cultural narratives. Having said this, another important aspect to note is that the Indian movie industry stands as one of the important contributors to the Indian economy.
With this, now let’s look at some of the Highest Paid Actors in India - 2024:
Shahrukh Khan (INR 150-250 Crores per movie)
Shah Rukh Khan is rumored to have a net worth of approximately INR 6300 crores, wherein, this staggering amount of money has been a culmination of a journey with a fair share of challenges and significant milestones. With few setbacks, Shahrukh Khan hasn't stopped from delivering blockbusters. For instance, the two consecutive super hit movies in the year 2023 namely ‘Jawan’ and ‘Pathaan’ have further ensured his stardom as one of India’s best actors today. Both the aforementioned films surpassed INR 2000 crores worldwide. Moreover, his latest release - "Dunki" - still continues to collect a significant sum of earnings. This really shows his enduring star power and hence he is often referred to as King Khan. He has time and again broken records and solidified himself as the highest paid Bollywood star today.
“Stand by what you believe in. People who mind won’t matter and people who matter won’t mind it.” - Shahrukh Khan
Rajinikanth (INR 150-210 Crores per movie)
Secondly, Rajinikanth is one of the most popular figure in the as the highest-paid actor in South India with an approximate net worth of INR 430 crore. His craze has been overwhelming and almost like a living deity in Southern India and beyond. It is said that his mere presence in a film magnetizes enthusiastic crowds. With majority of his work dedicated to Tamil cinema, Rajinikanth's latest outing, ‘Jailer,’ an action comedy, became a box office hit, for which he commanded a fee of INR 110 crores.
“Yesterday deeds is what we are living today and today’s deeds alone is going to decide our tomorrow. So, future is in your hands.” - Rajinikanth
Joseph Vijay (INR 130-200 Crores per movie)
Today, Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar has become one of the highest paid actors in the South Indian film industry. While also known as Thalapathy Vijay, Joseph is said to have an approximate net worth of INR 474 crores. Joseph began as a child artist for a movie named ‘Vetri’ at the early age of 10, back in 1984. Today, his illustrious career spans over two decades and is known in the South Indian film industry as one of the most reliable performers. Additionally, if we look at his 2023 releases which include ‘Varisu,’ it garnered around INR 300 crore worldwide, and ‘Leo,’ which grossed over INR 612 crore at the global front. Furthermore, ‘Leo’ became the highest grossing Tamil film of 2023.
“Whatever the destination is, you should choose the right way to achieve it.” - Joseph Vijay
Prabhas (INR 100-200 Crores per movie)
It is after the release of SS Rajamouli’s historic Baahubali duology that Prabhas had the taste of true stardom. With this, it led to a staggering uprise of 94 percent in the actor’s net worth over the past eight years. Overlooking the controversial reception garnered by his film Adipurush, Prabhas’s latest venture 'Salaar' has achieved considerable success with a domestic net collection reaching INR 369.37 crore. This even surpassed Rajinikanth’s Jailer, which stands at a net collection of INR 348.55 crore. This has firmly established Prabhas's eye captivating influence in the Indian film industry, especially in the Southern region.
“A holiday is an opportunity to journey within. It is also a chance to chill, to relax. It is when I switch on my rest mode.” - Prabhas
Aamir Khan (INR 100-175 Crores per movie)
When it comes to Bollywood, Aamir Khan has carved a niche for himself as an actor with a meticulous approach towards film roles. Due to this unrivaled acting expertise, he has garnered a dedicated fan base, while also earning the title of ‘Mr. Perfectionis’ due to his commitment to excellence. While his latest release - ‘Laal Singh Chadda’ - didn't achieve significant success but the upcoming project - ‘Sitaare Zameen Par’ - which is said to release this year’s holiday season, is expected to continue the tradition of delivering fan-favorite hits like Dangal, PK, and 3 Idiots. Looking at these movies among other noteworthy ones showcases his consistent track record which has directly contributed to Khan's substantial net worth which is currently estimated at INR1862 crore.
“I do what I feel right, I am not scared to walk on the new path and take the risk.” - Aamir Khan
