India is the largest producer of movies. Bollywood, Kollywood, Tollywood and other regional cinema industries together produce more movies than any nation in the world.
In today’s world, cinema is the most popular means of entertainment. The majority of the people across the watch movies not just for entertainment but to relax for some time. You tend to experience a variety of things while watching movies. Above all, a movie with a beautiful message is sure to win people’s hearts.
Indian film industry makes a staggering amount of money through blockbuster movies. When the new movie is approaching, the movie lovers act quickly to book their preferable seats for the most-awaited movie. People always feel a great sense of accomplishment after watching a movie. Watching a movie on the ‘First Day First Show’ is even more special.
If the movie is awesome, the box-office collections would get bigger and better. The collections that the production team gets after the first day serves as a testament to the fact how people in today’s world love movies. Right from eating popcorns to watching a complete movie at the best scene, people love to spend from minimums to maximums.
Recently, the movie tickets fares have gone high but still, the movie fans are turning up in numbers to cheer their favourite actors or actresses.
The Indian film industry is blessed with top actors. Now, in this article, we will take a look at the list of South Indian actors who charged more than Rs 100 crore for their movies.
Prabhas
After starring in Rajamouli’s masterwork Baahubali, Prabhas not only became Tollywood’s most wanted hero but also became one of the top heroes in India. The pan-India actor appeared in 19 films. Some of his hit movies include Mirchi, Mr. Perfect, Yogi, Billa, Yogi, Chatrapati, Darling, Eeswar, Varsham, Billa, Ek Niranjan and many more are examples of his superhits.
Sahoo (Average), Baahubali 2 (ALL Time Blockbuster), Baahubali (Blockbuster), Mirchi (Super Hit), Mr Perfect (Super Hit), Darling (Super Hit), Billa (Average), Yogi (Average), Pournami (Average), Chatrapati (Super Hit), Adavi Ramudu (Average), Varsham (Super Hit).
A source told Bollywood Hungama that, “The actor has reportedly charged Rs. 150 crores flat to be a part of Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit, and with this, he has emerged as the highest-paid actor of India today. He got Rs. 150 crores for Adipurush as well”.
Rajinikanth
Rajinikanth is one of the most popular actors in the world. He has a massive fan following all over the world. His screen presence is more than enough to capture the attention of the fans. Apart from his world-class acting, he is known for his simplicity.
Rajinikanth reportedly charged Rs 118 crore (including GST) for AR Murugadoss’ 2020 film Darbar. Needless to say, the movie flopped at the box office and suffered losses of Rs 70 crore.