After Deepika & Priyanka, this actor joins ₹15cr club—guess who?
What's the story
For years, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Deepika Padukone have set benchmarks in Indian cinema, not just with their performances but also with their hefty paychecks.
Both actors have successfully bridged Bollywood and Hollywood, commanding impressive salaries for their projects.
Now, another leading lady is set to join their elite league. Kiara Advani is reportedly on the verge of becoming one of the highest-paid female actors in Indian cinema, thanks to her upcoming multilingual film, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups.
Highest-paid
Advani's ₹15 crore paycheck for 'Toxic' sets new benchmark
Rumors suggest she's being paid a staggering ₹15 crore for her role in the Kannada film, which will also be released in English.
For her Telugu debut film Game Changer opposite Ram Charan, Advani was reportedly paid ₹5cr.
If true, this would place her among the industry's top-earning stars, alongside the Bajirao Mastani actors.
Chopra Jonas is reportedly earning ₹30cr for her film with SS Rajamouli and Padukone bagged ₹20cr for Kalki 2898 AD directed by Nag Ashwin.
Project details
'Toxic' is directed by Geetu Mohandas and co-stars Yash
Co-starring Yash, Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is directed by Geetu Mohandas.
Produced by Venkat K Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the film was initially slated for an April 2025 release.
An official release date is yet to be finalized due to production delays.
Career moves
Advani's other upcoming projects and potential maternity break
Advani also has other big projects lined up including War 2 with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, and Don 3 alongside Ranveer Singh.
An August 2025 release date of War 2 was announced by the production house YRF, headed by Aditya Chopra.
There are reports of Advani stepping out of Don 3 due to her pregnancy but the makers are yet to confirm it.