Who’s Getting Paid the Most on Indian Web Series in 2025?
💰 Top 7 Highest Paid OTT Actors in India – 2025
1. ⭐ Samantha Ruth Prabhu – ₹12 Crore per Series
After her fierce role in The Family Man 2, Samantha has become a pan-India sensation. Her recent Netflix original thriller pushed her earnings to a record-breaking ₹12 crore.
2. 🎭 Pankaj Tripathi – ₹10 Crore per Season
From Kaleen Bhaiya in Mirzapur to powerful roles in Criminal Justice and Gulmohar, Tripathi’s demand and value are at an all-time high.
3. 🔥 Manoj Bajpayee – ₹9 Crore for The Family Man 3
The critically acclaimed actor continues to deliver brilliance. Season 3 of The Family Man was shot in record time — and so was his paycheck.
4. 👑 Shahid Kapoor – ₹8 Crore for Farzi Franchise
Shahid’s OTT debut with Farzi was a massive success. He charged ₹8 crore for the next season, making him one of the highest-paid digital debutants.
5. 💼 Radhika Apte – ₹5 Crore per Netflix Series
The “Queen of Netflix India” remains a favorite for thriller roles. She reportedly received ₹5 crore for her 2025 sci-fi drama series.
6. 💸 Vijay Varma – ₹4 Crore for Mirzapur 3
Vijay’s popularity soared after Dahaad and Mirzapur 2. He now commands a hefty sum for limited series and anthology shows.
7. 💖 Tamannaah Bhatia – ₹3.5 Crore for JioCinema Web Rom-Com
Tamannaah has blended her South Indian stardom with OTT success, charging close to ₹3.5 crore per project in 2025.
📺 Why Are OTT Salaries Rising?
With growing subscriber bases, intense competition between platforms, and a hunger for high-quality content, top actors now demand film-level payments. For many, OTT offers creative freedom, fewer censorship issues, and global exposure.
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Conclusion: The OTT boom in India has rewritten the rules of stardom and salary. With web series reaching more screens than ever before, these stars are not only earning big but also reshaping Indian entertainment forever.
Written by TopBollywoodWiki Team | Get the inside scoop on Indian OTT, TV & film industry trends.
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