South India has long been home to some of the most talented actresses in the country. From legends like Sheela and Srividya to modern-day stars like Nayanthara and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, these women have made their mark in what’s often seen as a male-dominated industry. Not only are they sought-after artists, but they also earn impressive salaries. Let’s delve into the world of the top seven highest-paid South Indian actresses.
1. Trisha Krishnan (Approximately Rs 10 crores)
Trisha Krishnan stands out as one of the most popular actresses in the industry today. It’s no surprise that she’s among the highest-paid actresses in South Indian cinema, charging around Rs 10 crores per film. Rumors suggest she might have even charged Rs 12 crores for an upcoming project with Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam. Trisha is set to star alongside Megastar Chiranjeevi in Vishwambhara and alongside Tovino Thomas in the Malayalam film “Identity.”
2. Nayanthara (Approximately Rs 5 to 10 crores)
Nayanthara, often hailed as Kollywood’s Lady Superstar, commands a hefty fee ranging from Rs 5 to 10 crores per movie. With her versatility, she’s a sought-after talent. Her recent projects include a sports drama titled The Test with R Madhavan and Siddharth, and”Dear Students, a film produced by Nivin Pauly.
3. Srinidhi Shetty (Approximately Rs 7 crores)
Srinidhi Shetty, known for her role in the KGF franchise, earns around Rs 7 crores per film. She’s set to appear in several upcoming projects, including Telusu Kada and a film with Kichcha Sudeepa.
4. Pooja Hegde (Approximately Rs 5 crores)
Pooja Hegde, a rising star in the Indian film industry, commands around Rs 5 crores per film. Currently, she’s working on Deva with Shahid Kapoor, directed by Rosshan Andrrews.
5. Anushka Shetty (Approximately Rs 4-7 crores)
Anushka Shetty, known for her versatility, earns between Rs 4 to 7 crores per movie. She’s working on projects like “Kathanar – The Wild Sorcerer” and has a successful track record spanning close to two decades.
6. Rashmika Mandanna (Approximately Rs 5 crores)
Rashmika Mandanna, a sought-after actress, charges around Rs 5 crores per film. She’s currently filming the sequel to “Pushpa” and is part of Shekar Kammula’s upcoming film Kubera.
7. Samantha Ruth Prabhu (Approximately Rs 3 to 5 crores)
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, known for her versatile roles, earns between Rs 3 to 5 crores per movie. She’s recently announced her health podcast and is set to appear in the web series Citadel: Honey Bunny and the Telugu film Maa Inti Bangaram.
