The South Indian film industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent times, marked by the success of blockbuster movies such as Rajinikanth’s “Jailer,” Thalapathy Vijay’s “Leo,” and Kamal Haasan’s “Vikram.” This success has translated into a surge in fees for many South Indian actors.
As per a report by Times of India, Rajinikanth, with an estimated net worth of Rs 430 crore, earned a substantial Rs 110 crore for his recent film, “Jailer.” Meanwhile, Thalapathy Vijay, the star behind hits like “Bigil,” “Master,” and “Beast,” commanded a fee of Rs 130 crore for his latest venture, “Leo.” Riding high on the success of “Vikram,” Kamal Haasan has also entered the league, demanding a fee of Rs 150 crore for “Indian 2,” as reported by News18.
However, one actor from the South Indian film fraternity has outshone them all, amassing a staggering wealth of Rs 3010 crore. Read on to discover more.
According to a GQ report, Akkineni Nagarjuna, a prominent figure in the South Indian film industry, proudly holds the title of the wealthiest South Indian actor, boasting a net worth of Rs 3010 crore. Apart from his acting prowess, the 64-year-old is a successful producer, television show host, and entrepreneur.
Nagarjuna, with a filmography of over 100 movies spanning three decades, commands a fee ranging from Rs 9-20 crore per project. In addition to his acting income, he generates significant revenue from producing films under his production banner, Annapurna Studios. The actor has wisely invested his wealth in real estate and the Indian Super League, where he serves as the co-owner of Kerala Blasters FC. Furthermore, Nagarjuna owns a grand convention center in Hyderabad and receives additional income through lucrative brand endorsements.
Living a life of luxury, the veteran actor possesses expensive vehicles, opulent residences, a stylish private jet, and more. His assets include a stunning Rs 45 crore bungalow in Hyderabad, an impressive collection of high-end cars, and a lavish private jet valued at crores.
Among other affluent actors in the South, Daggubati Venkatesh and Chiranjeevi trail Nagarjuna with net worths of Rs 2200 crore and Rs 1650 crore, respectively. According to reports from GQ and The Times of India, the fourth position goes to Chiranjeevi’s son, Ram Charan, who boasts a net worth of Rs 1370 crore.
Notable figures like Thalapathy Vijay, Jr NTR, Kamal Haasan, Allu Arjun, and more have also accumulated substantial wealth in the South Indian film industry. In conclusion, the South Indian film industry continues to witness a financial boom, with actors reaping the rewards of their success and diversifying their income streams beyond the silver screen.