Top 10 Highest-Paid Telugu Actors

Tollywood is currently leading Indian cinema when it comes to actor salaries. With massive pan-India films and global reach, Telugu stars are commanding record-breaking remunerations like never before.

Allu Arjun

Allu Arjun tops the list with Rs. 250–Rs. 300 crores per film. After the massive success of Pushpa, his pan-India craze and market demand have reached an all-time high.

Prabhas

Prabhas charges Rs. 80–Rs. 200 crores per film. With blockbusters like Baahubali and Kalki 2898 AD, he remains one of India’s biggest pan-India stars with huge global reach.

Ram Charan

Ram Charan earns Rs. 65–Rs. 130 crores per film. After RRR, his global recognition increased, making him one of the most in-demand actors across multiple industries.

Mahesh Babu

Mahesh Babu charges Rs. 60–Rs. 100 crores per film. Known for consistency and strong box office pull, he also earns through profit-sharing deals and brand value.

Pawan Kalyan

Pawan Kalyan takes Rs. 60–Rs. 100 crores per film. Despite his political career, his massive fan following ensures strong openings and keeps his market value high.

Jr NTR

Jr NTR earns Rs. 60–Rs. 100 crores per film. After RRR and Devara, his global popularity increased, placing him among the top-paid actors in Indian cinema.

Vijay Deverakonda

Vijay Deverakonda charges Rs. 25–Rs. 45 crores per film. With strong youth appeal and pan-India recognition, he continues to remain a popular and bankable star.

Nani

Nani earns Rs. 30–Rs. 35 crores per film. Known as the Natural Star, his consistent performances and content-driven films helped him reach the top pay bracket.

Ravi Teja

Ravi Teja charges Rs. 21–Rs. 30 crores per film. Known for mass entertainers, he maintains steady demand and continues to attract audiences with his energetic screen presence.

Nandamuri Balakrishna

Nandamuri Balakrishna earns Rs. 30–Rs. 40 crores per film. With recent successes and strong fan base, the senior star continues to command high remuneration in Tollywood.