Nayanthara vs Sai Pallavi
For years, Nayanthara has been the highest-paid actress in South Indian cinema. She reportedly charges between ₹10-12 crores per film. However recent reports suggest that Sai Pallavi has surpassed her with a staggering ₹30 crore remuneration. This unexpected development has sparked discussions about who is now the top actress in the South.
Sai Pallavi known for her natural acting and powerful performances has been on a steady rise in the industry. Her recent films including Amaran and Thandel, have performed exceptionally well at the box office. Amaran joined the ₹3,000 crore club while Thandel collected over ₹100 crores. This success has significantly increased her market value.
Currently, Sai Pallavi is playing Sita in the highly anticipated Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Rama and Yash as Ravana. Reports indicate that she is being paid ₹30 crores for the film, although this amount covers both parts of the project. This means she is earning ₹15 crores per film officially surpassing Nayanthara’s usual fee.
In the past, actresses in the South were paid significantly less than their male counterparts. However with the rise of pan-India films, female actors are now demanding and receiving higher salaries. Sai Pallavi’s achievement marks a major shift in the industry, proving that talent and box-office success can lead to better pay.
