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The South Indian film industry has now become the true face of Indian cinema, surpassing Bollywood in terms of nationwide appeal. Films from Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam industries are turning into pan-India blockbusters, and South Indian actors are enjoying immense stardom across the country. Not just the actors, but even South Indian actresses have seen a meteoric rise in popularity, now ranking among the highest-paid heroines in India.

Sai Pallavi, known for her stellar performances and graceful dance moves, commands a massive following in Telugu and Tamil cinema. She reportedly charged a whopping ₹5 crore for her recent film Thandel and is set to earn an even bigger paycheck of ₹18-20 crore for her upcoming Bollywood project Ramayana, directed by Nitesh Tiwari. Rashmika Mandanna, popularly known as the “Nation’s Crush,” has been on a winning streak with back-to-back blockbusters like Animal, Pushpa 2, and Chhaava. She is reportedly charging ₹10 crore for Pushpa 2 and ₹4 crore for Chhaava. Additionally, she is said to have been paid around ₹4 crore for her role in the upcoming film Sikandar.

Nayanthara, the “Lady Superstar” of Tamil cinema, enjoys an unparalleled fan base. For her Bollywood debut Jawan, she reportedly received a massive paycheck of ₹10 crore. She also made headlines by selling the rights to her wedding documentary to Netflix for ₹25 crore, making it one of the most expensive celebrity wedding deals. Trisha, one of the most beloved actresses in the South, reportedly charges between ₹10-12 crore per film, and for her upcoming movie Vishwambhara, she is said to be earning around ₹12 crore.

Though not actively working on films, Anushka Shetty commands a hefty remuneration whenever she signs a project. She reportedly charges ₹6 crore per film. For Baahubali 2 and her upcoming Malayalam film Kathanar, she was paid around ₹5 crore each. With South Indian actresses taking center stage in the film industry and commanding record-breaking remunerations, their influence continues to grow, making them some of the most sought-after stars in Indian cinema today.