Thalapathy Vijay to Shah Rukh Khan: Top 5 Most Expensive Actors of 2025

In 2025, many great films hit the box office, and some made a killing in collections. But do you know which actors got the biggest paychecks in 2025? 

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Top 5 Highest Paid Indian Actors of 2025

Take a look at the top 5 highest-paid actors of 2025...

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5. Prabhas

Fee: ₹150-160 Crore. Last seen in the 'Baahubali' re-release, his upcoming films are 'The Raja Saab' and 'Spirit'. He reportedly earned ₹160 crore for 'Spirit'.

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4. Shah Rukh Khan

Fee: ₹150-250 Crore

Shah Rukh Khan was last seen in the 2023 film 'Dunki'. His upcoming movie 'King' might be released in 2026.

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3. Rajinikanth

Fee: ₹210-270 Crore. Last seen in 'Coolie' (2025), he will next appear in 'Jailer 2' (June 2026). His fee for this film is reportedly around ₹270 crore.

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2. Thalapathy Vijay

Fee: ₹130-275 Crore

Thalapathy Vijay's last film 'Naaz Nayagan' is set to release on January 9, 2026. According to reports, his fee for this film is ₹275 crore.

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1. Allu Arjun

Fee: ₹300 Crore. Last seen in 'Pushpa 2', his next films are 'AA22xA6' and 'Pushpa 3'.

Disclaimer: Fees are unconfirmed. The top 3 actors' fees exceed 'Dhurandhar's' budget.