Bigg Boss has created its own utopian world over the years, with its drama and controversies. A show that has gone above and beyond with its exaggerated fictional depiction of the lives of known faces. Keeping us engaged with the fights, and games and giving us an insight into the glamorous lives of celebrities, Bigg Boss has surely emerged as one of the most engaging shows on television. Some of the most known faces in the industry have been a part of the show and have earned whopping amounts for their stints on the show. Here’s a list of the highest-paid Bigg Boss contestants of all time:
The Great Khali – Rs 50 lakhs per week
The Great Khali is the ring moniker of Dalip Singh Rana, a retired Indian professional wrestler and promoter. He was born on August 27, 1972. He is best remembered for his time in WWE, where he made history by becoming the first World Heavyweight Champion to be born in India. According to reports, he charged a whopping Rs 50 lakhs per week during his time at Bigg Boss.
Pamela Anderson – Rs 2.5 crores for three days
Anderson made an appearance on Bigg Boss, the fourth season of the Indian version of the Big Brother television series, in November 2010. She spent three days in the residence as a guest and reportedly paid Rs. 2.5 crores (about US$550,000) for three days, as per BBC reports. Anderson participated in the 12th season of Big Brother in the UK in 2011, deepening her connection to the brand. She participated in the fourth season of VIP Brother, the Big Brother in Bulgaria celebrity spinoff, in 2012 as a Special Houseguest.
Karanvir Bohra – Rs 20 lakhs per week
Bohra was a celebrity contestant in the Bigg Boss 12 the Indian version of the reality TV show Big Brother. He entered the house on 16 September 2018 and was eliminated from 5th place on 30 December. As per reports, he charged Rs 20 lakhs per week to participate.
Sreesanth – Rs 50 lakhs per week
The cricketer made his appearance as a contestant on Bigg Boss season 12 and reportedly charged Rs 50 lakhs per week.
Sumbul Touqeer – Rs 12 lakhs per week
Indian actress Sumbul Touqeer works in both film and television. She became well-known in 2020 as a result of her prominent part as Imlie in the Star Plus television series Imlie. She was one of the contestants on Bigg Boss 16 and charged Rs 12 lakhs per week, Siasat reports.
Karishma Tanna – Rs 10 lakhs per week
Karishma Tanna Bangera is an Indian actress, model, and television host who was a contestant in Bigg Boss season 8 and for her time on the show as per sources, she charged, Rs 10 lakhs per week.
Siddharth Shukla – Rs 9 lakhs per week
The demise of the actor shocked the entire country. Shukla was an audience favourite and had gained immense popularity during his time at the show. The actor appeared in Bigg Boss season 13, where he charged Rs 9 lakhs per week, as per reports.