Who doesn’t like watching movies or cricket in India? We believe that almost every second person in India is a cricket and Bollywood lover. There is no doubt that the Indian film industry is emerging as a major commercial center for film production in the world. Today, many Bollywood actors have earned millions of rupees and are featured in the Forbes list of highest-paid entertainers.
Let’s take a look at the 10 highest paid Bollywood actors in 2018:
1.Salman Khan
Salman Khan – The Sultan of Bollywood needs no introduction. He is known as an industry brand. The actor is one of the biggest stars in the world, with over a billion followers. Maybe that’s why he is the highest paid entertainer in Bollywood. Anyway, after doing various blockbusters, he earns around Rs 50 crore per movie.
2.Aamir Khan
Aamir Khan – The Perfectionist is popular among people for his brilliant performances and blockbusters. He takes one film at a time and gives it his all because he believes more in quality than quantity. He is not only an actor but also a producer and director. After hits such as Dangal, he is the second-highest paid actor, earning around Rs 50 crore per film.
3.Shah Rukh Khan
King Khan needs no introduction. His fan following speaks volumes about his popularity and success. He is a versatile actor who is always recognized for his roles. Not only is he a superstar, he is also a successful producer. He owns a production company – Red Hot Chili Peppers Entertainment. He earns around Rs 40 crore per film.
4. Akshay Kumar
Kiradi Kumar is one of the most successful stars in the history of Indian cinema. He has appeared in more than 100 movies and received so many hits that he has gained a lot of popularity. He ranks fourth among the highest-paid actors. He earns around Rs 40 crore per film.
5. Hrithik Roshan
Hrithik Roshan is popular in Bollywood for his dancing skills and moves. He entered the film industry with his first film Kaho Na Pyaar Hai, which was a huge success and made dance an essential attraction in Bollywood films. He earns around Rs 35-40 crore per film.
6. Ajay Devgn
Ajay Devgan is one of the versatile actors in Bollywood. He is popular in the industry for his action movies. His films “Golmaal”, “Singham”, “Rajneeti”, etc. are well recognized and loved by the audience. His taste in choosing roles and stunning performances have made him the sixth highest paid actor in Bollywood. He earns around Rs 20-25 crore per film.
7. Ranveer Singh
Ranveer Singh is a top contemporary Bollywood star who made his acting debut in 2010 with the film Band Baaja Baaraat. His role in the film Padmavati was recognized by the audience, critics and other film actors. The blockbuster made him one of the top seven highest-paid actors in the industry. He earns around Rs 20 crore per film.
8. Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor is a heartthrob who captures the heart of every girl with his charm and acting skills. He has appeared in many movies and has proven his acting skills every time. Be it his movies or his love stories, his fans are always curious to know about his professional and personal life. His films Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Barfi, Tamasha established him as a very reliable star. The success of his films Ae Dil Hai Mushkil and Sanju made him one of the highest paid stars. He earns around 150-200 million rupees per film.
9. Amitabh Bachchan
Big B is known in the industry as the Shahenshah of Bollywood and has ruled the film industry for years. He is a role model and idol for many young people and celebrities. His fan following is huge and maybe that’s why he is one of the highest paid actors. He earns around Rs 12-15 crore per film.
10. Shahid Kapoor
The chocolate boy entered the industry with his first film Ishq Ishq. After “Ishq Vishq”, he acted in many other films, but it was his roles in “Jab We Met”, “Mausam”, “Padmavati” that made him a star. Today, he is the 10th highest-paid actor in the industry, earning around Rs 10 crore per film.
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Source: HIS Education