The much-anticipated Bigg Boss Telugu Season 8, hosted by Nagarjuna Akkineni, has kicked off with a bang. Fans are closely following the show, especially curious about how much the contestants are earning. The reports suggest that the salaries of the participants vary significantly, ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh per episode, depending on their popularity.
Aditya Om: The Highest-Paid Contestant
Actor Aditya Om, known for his roles in movies like Lahari Lahiri Lahiri Lo and Dhanalakshmi I Love You, stands out as the highest-paid contestant in the show. He is reportedly earning around Rs 5 lakh per episode. Aditya Om’s presence has generated considerable buzz, and his participation is expected to significantly boost the show’s viewership.
Earnings of Other Contestants
In addition to Aditya Om, several other contestants are earning substantial amounts per episode:
Vishnupriya Bhimineni: The well-known anchor and actress is believed to earn around Rs 2-3 lakh per episode.
Shekar Basha: This popular radio jockey and television host reportedly earns between Rs 1.5-2 lakh per episode.
Bezawada Bebakka: Famous for her strong social media presence, she is rumored to be earning around Rs 1 lakh per episode.
Nainika: A budding actress and model, Nainika is making her debut in reality television and is believed to be earning approximately Rs 1-1.5 lakh per episode.
Vismaya Sri: A singer and performer, she is rumored to be earning Rs 1 lakh per episode.
Ravi Teja: The model is reportedly earning around Rs 1-1.5 lakh per episode.
Parameshwar Hivrale: A director, Parameshwar Hivrale is said to be earning Rs 1-2 lakh per episode.
Khayyum Ali: The actor is reportedly earning around Rs 1 lakh per episode and hopes to use this opportunity to further his career.
Soumya Rao: She is another contestant attracting attention, reportedly earning around Rs 1 lakh per episode.
Singer Saketh: Known for his melodious voice, Saketh is rumored to be earning Rs 1 lakh per episode.
Other participants like Anjali Pavan, Abhinav Naveen, and Abhiram Varma are also said to be earning around Rs 1 lakh per episode.
Nagarjuna’s Fee
As for the host, Nagarjuna Akkineni’s reports suggest that his fee has doubled compared to the previous season.
