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Rashmika Mandanna pays Rs 4.69 crore taxes, tops Kodagu’s taxpayer list

Luxury, box-office clout and financial discipline now define Rashmika Mandanna, as the hit-making star quietly becomes Kodagu’s highest taxpayer, marking a remarkable rise from her small-town roots.
January 08, 2026 / 14:18 IST
Rashmika Mandanna pays Rs 4.69 crore taxes, tops Kodagu’s taxpayer list
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  • Rashmika Mandanna is Kodagu’s highest taxpayer, paying Rs 4.69 crore this year
  • She commands Rs 9-10 crore per film and owns luxury homes in multiple cities
  • Rashmika will star in Cocktail 2, Maisa, and Pushpa 3 in 2026

Luxury, box-office power, and serious money discipline now sit comfortably in the same sentence as Rashmika Mandanna. At a time when her career is delivering hit after hit, the actor has quietly emerged as Kodagu’s highest taxpayer, underlining how far she has come from her small-town beginnings.

Rashmika’s professional graph has been climbing at a relentless pace. Today, she is one of the most sought-after Pan-India stars, with a presence that spans Kannada, Telugu, Tamil and Hindi cinema. Alongside her booming career, curiosity around her personal life has also grown, with persistent rumours suggesting that the actor may soon be planning to settle down. There has even been chatter about a possible engagement to actor Vijay Deverakonda, though neither has publicly addressed the speculation.

According to reports, Rashmika files her income tax through Kodagu under the name of a Limited Liability Partnership. So far, she has reportedly paid Rs 4.69 crore in income tax during the current financial year, cleared in three instalments. With one more quarter remaining, she is expected to make the final payment by March, which has placed her firmly at the top of Kodagu’s taxpayer list. The figures reflect not just high earnings, but also consistent financial compliance.

The journey has been swift and striking. Rashmika made her acting debut with the Kannada blockbuster Kirik Party, before finding massive success in Telugu cinema. Over the years, she has transitioned into a true Pan-India performer, now commanding a reported fee of Rs 9 to 10 crore per film. Her estimated net worth stands close to Rs 45 crore, driven largely by films and premium brand endorsements.

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Her wealth is matched by an equally lavish lifestyle. Reports suggest Rashmika owns a sprawling bungalow in Virajpet, Kodagu, a high-end home in Bengaluru worth around Rs 8 crore, and multiple property investments across Coorg, Hyderabad and Goa. She has also invested in a luxury apartment in Mumbai, purchasing a home at Ahuja Towers in Worli to avoid the constant grind of hotel stays as her Bollywood commitments increase.

Looking ahead, 2026 promises to be packed. Rashmika will be seen in the Hindi romantic comedy Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. In Telugu cinema, she steps into a fierce new role as a warrior in the women-centric pan-India film Maisa. She is also expected to return as Srivalli in Pushpa 3: The Rampage, which is likely to go on floors in late 2026 or 2027.

Off-screen, her influence is just as strong. With over 45 million followers on Instagram, Rashmika Mandanna continues to rank among the most impactful young actresses in the country. At this point, the numbers, both at the box office and on the tax ledger, tell the same story: she is firmly at the top of her game.

Vaishnavi Gavankar
first published: Jan 8, 2026 02:18 pm

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