Online streaming industry is evolving and now from small digital shows on YouTube to high-budget productions is featuring Bollywood’s biggest stars. Streaming platforms have started invested heavily in original content which results in actors' fees skyrocketed to make OTT an attractive space for A-list talent.
Who Is The Most Paid Star
Now, on this platform Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has set a new benchmark in the digital world. Reports suggest that he earned a around Rs. 125 crore for his debut OTT series titled Rudra: The Edge of Darkness. This means he charged approximately Rs. 18 crore per episode which is the highest ever for an Indian OTT show.
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Ajay Devgan's fees has even exceeded the paychecks of leading Bollywood stars for theatrical films. Reports indicate that Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan charged between Rs. 90-100 crore for their films like Raees and Bharat. But now, as Ajay has charged this much from OTT show, he is the highest-paid actor in the streaming industry.
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His deal with Disney+ Hotstar also included extensive promotions across the Star Network, including reality show appearances, social media campaigns, and promotional shoots.
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Other Top-Earning OTT Stars
While Ajay Devgan holds the record, other Bollywood stars are also making their name in the OTT space.
- Saif Ali Khan reportedly earned Rs. 15-20 crore for Sacred Games 2.
- Varun Dhawan secured Rs. 12-15 crore for Citadel: Honey Bunny.
- Pankaj Tripathi, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Ali Fazal and Samantha Ruth Prabhu are also among the highest-paid digital actors, earning Rs. 5-10 crore per series.
The Growing Influence Of Streaming
The success of OTT platforms has reshaped Bollywood’s landscape, allowing actors to experiment with diverse roles while earning massive paychecks. With more A-listers joining digital platforms, the trend of record-breaking salaries is expected to continue, making streaming services a dominant force in Indian entertainment.