
Indian television has been home to many talented actresses who have gained fame and love for their remarkable acting and memorable roles. These actresses have built careers over the years, earning awards, accolades, and substantial paychecks, all while becoming part of viewers’ everyday lives through their performances.
One actress who has taken the Indian TV industry by storm is Jannat Zubair, who has recently been crowned the highest-paid actress in the industry. Starting her career as a child artist in the show Kashi – Ab Na Rahe Tera Kagaz Kora back in 2009, Jannat has come a long way. Now at the age of 23, she has achieved stardom that many actors aspire to, thanks to her hard work, dedication, and passion for acting.
Jannat Zubair’s rise to fame includes her notable roles in shows like Phulwa and Tu Aashiqui, where she showcased her acting skills and earned admiration from fans. Today, she charges a massive Rs. 18 lakh per episode for her participation in Khatron Ke Khiladi, and Rs. 2 lakh per episode for Laughter Challenge.
On top of her acting career, Jannat’s social media presence has contributed significantly to her wealth. She earns between Rs. 1.5 to Rs. 2 lakh per post on platforms like Instagram. This has made her not only one of the highest-paid actresses on TV but also a prominent social media influencer. Her net worth is estimated at around Rs. 250 crores.
Jannat Zubair’s influence extends beyond her work on television. She has become a social media sensation, recently surpassing Bollywood superstar SRK’s Instagram following. With over 49.7 million followers, she now has a bigger fan base than the King of Bollywood, whose followers number 47.7 million.
While Jannat is now at the top, she isn’t the only actress in the industry commanding a high paycheck. Ankita Lokhande, known for her role in Pavitra Rishta, charges Rs. 3 lakh per episode. She reportedly earned between Rs. 11 to Rs. 12 lakh per week during her time on Bigg Boss. Similarly, Rupali Ganguly, famous for Anupamaa, also earns Rs. 3 lakh per episode.
Other TV stars like Tejasswi Prakash from Celebrity Masterchef charge between Rs. 2 to Rs. 3 lakh per episode and earned Rs. 10 lakh per week during Bigg Boss. Hina Khan and Jennifer Winget, who have been part of popular shows like Beyhadh and Bepannah, charge around Rs. 1.5 to Rs. 2 lakh per episode.