Tamil cinema saw huge growth in 2025, and many stars earned record salaries. With blockbuster success and strong fan followings, these actors and actresses topped the pay charts during the year.
Let’s have a look now:
1. Vijay Thalapathy
Vijay was the highest-paid Tamil actor in 2025, earning around Rs. 200–250 crore per film. His strong fan base and box-office success kept him at the top. The Greatest of All Time further proved his massive commercial power.
2. Rajinikanth
Rajinikanth earned around Rs. 210+ crore per film in 2025, including profit-sharing deals. He continued to command over Rs. 100 crore remuneration, and his star power alone guaranteed massive openings worldwide.
3. Kamal Haasan
Kamal Haasan saw his remuneration rise in 2025, reportedly earning Rs. 100–150 crore per film. With strong star power and creative choices, he remained a major force in Indian cinema.
4. Ajith Kumar
Ajith Kumar earned around Rs. 105–120 crore per film, maintaining his top position in Tamil cinema. With films like Vidaamuyarchi and Good Bad Ugly, his strong fan base and box-office pull kept him among the highest-paid stars.
5. Sivakarthikeyan
Sivakarthikeyan earned Rs. 35–50 crore per film in 2025. The success of Amaran and his family-friendly image made him one of Tamil cinema’s top stars.
6. Dhanush
Dhanush earned Rs. 25–50 crore per film in 2025. His versatility and success across Tamil, pan-Indian, and international projects keep him among the top-paid stars.
7. Vijay Sethupathi
Vijay Sethupathi earned Rs. 15–25 crore per film in 2025. Known for both lead and strong antagonist roles, his unique presence and acting skills made him highly sought after in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema.
8. Suriya
Suriya earned Rs. 40–70 crore per film in 2025. His rising market value and ability to balance commercial hits with content-driven films made him one of Kollywood’s top and most respected stars.
9. Vikram
Vikram earned around Rs. 20–30 crore per film in 2025, making him one of the well‑paid stars in Tamil cinema with strong credibility and demand.
10. Silambarasan TR
Silambarasan TR (also known as Simbu or STR) earned around Rs. 18–25 crore per film in 2025, making him one of the well‑paid actors in Tamil cinema, with strong demand across various projects.
