Smriti Irani to Kapil Sharma, Highest paid TV actors

Smriti Irani to Kapil Sharma, Highest paid TV actors

By Vaishnavi Gavankar | July 3, 2025

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Charges approximately Rs 50 lakh per episode for The Kapil Sharma Show (now The Great Indian Kapil Show) Widely regarded as the top‑earning TV star, with a net worth around Rs 300 crore.

Kapil Sharma

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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For the new season of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, she’s reportedly earning Rs 14 lakh per day/episode, making her the most expensive TV actress in India

Smriti Irani

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Gets Rs 3 lakh per episode for Anupamaa (~Rs 3–4 lakh/day), making her the highest‑paid actress in TV Anupamaa has topped TRP charts for over 180 weeks.

Rupali Ganguly

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Earns roughly Rs 3 lakh per episode for Tere Ishq Mein Ghayal. His Bigg Boss fame has boosted his fee and endorsements.

Karan Kundrra

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Charges Rs 3 lakh per episode (e.g., Bepannaah, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai) A multiple‑award winner and one of TV’s top male leads.

Harshad Chopda

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Gets around Rs 2–3 lakh per episode, notably for Naagin 6. Her Bigg Boss win significantly increased her market value.

Tejasswi Prakash

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Earns Rs 1.5–2 lakh per episode for shows like Beyhadh, Raisinghani vs Raisinghani. Known for intense roles, her fee has risen steadily.

Jennifer Winget

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Receives about Rs 1.5–3.5 lakh per episode as Jethalal in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.One of Hindi TV’s most beloved and enduring characters.

Dilip Joshi

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Arun Govil is perhaps the most celebrated actor for his portrayal of Ram in the 1987 television series Ramayan. His performance became a cultural phenomenon and left a lasting impression on audiences.

Arun Govil

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Charges around Rs 1.25 lakh per episode, and is respected for serious dramas like Adaalat and Udaan. A veteran with multiple awards and a strong industry presence.

Ronit Roy

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