Rocking Star Yash to Kiccha Sudeep: 10 highest paid Kannada actors in 2025

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Ramayana actor Yash is reportedly the highest paid actor, earning between Rs 60 crore and Rs 100 crore per film.

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Second on the list is Kaatera star Darshan Thoogudeepa. He reportedly charges Rs 20–25 crore per project.

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'Kiccha' Sudeep is the third highest paid actor in Sandalwood, with his remuneration falling between Rs 10 crore and Rs 25 crore per movie.

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Following the massive success of Kantara, Rishab Shetty has become a nationwide sensation and now commands a fee of Rs 15 crore per film, making him the fourth highest paid actor in the Kannada film industry.

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Known for his distinctive storytelling and innovative filmmaking style, Upendra ranks fifth on the list. He charges anywhere between Rs 10 crore and Rs 15 crore per film.

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With his high-energy performances and bulked-up screen presence, Dhruva Sarja claims the sixth spot, earning Rs 10 crore per film.

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Continuing his illustrious legacy, Shiva Rajkumar is among the most respected and versatile actors in the industry. Though he primarily works in the Kannada film industry, his popularity extends across other languages as well. Shivanna reportedly charges Rs 8 crore per film and is the seventh-highest-paid actor in the Kannada film industry.

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Rakshit Shetty, known for films like Kirik Party and 777 Charlie, ranks as the eighth highest paid actor in the Kannada film industry, charging between Rs 5 crore and Rs 10 crore per film.

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Srii Murali, known for his role in Bagheera, takes home Rs 7 crore per film. He is the ninth highest paid actor in KFI.

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'Golden Star' Ganesh rounds off the top ten list of highest paid actors in Kannada filmi industry with earning of Rs 3 crore per film.