If you’re here for clean, current numbers—no gossip, no ad-money inflation—this list ranks the highest paid actresses in India in 2025 purely on recent, project-linked per-film remuneration. Fees swing by language, franchise premium, profit-share, and shoot complexity; so I cite the latest credible reports attached to specific films wherever possible.
1) Priyanka Chopra Jonas — ≈ ₹30 crore (project-specific peak)
Multiple mainstream reports peg Priyanka at ~₹30 crore for SS Rajamouli–Mahesh Babu’s next (often dubbed SSMB29), placing her at the top of the 2025 pay scale among Indian actresses. Figures remain “reported, not officially confirmed,” but the convergence across outlets is notable.
2) Deepika Padukone — ₹20–25+ crore (depending on terms)
Deepika’s compensation for Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit (before her exit) was widely reported at ~₹20–25 crore, with some chatter about a profit share. Post-exit coverage continued to cite the same fee band as the benchmark for what she would have earned.
3) Alia Bhatt — ₹20–25 crore (top-tier Hindi lead)
Trade roundups through mid-2025 place Alia in the ₹20–25 crore bracket at the high end, with some projects closer to mid-teens depending on scale and creative role.
4) Katrina Kaif — ₹15–21 crore (franchise premium applies)
Katrina’s recent ₹15 crore for Merry Christmas is well cited, and Spy-Universe titles have been reported in the ₹15–21 crore zone—again, scale and franchise history matter.
5) Kiara Advani — ≈ ₹15 crore (big-ticket 2025 signings)
For Yash’s Toxic, multiple outlets reported ₹15 crore for Kiara, signaling a decisive jump into the very-top cohort for 2025 signings; some counter-claims exist, but the dominant reporting holds at ₹15 crore.
6) Shraddha Kapoor — demand cited at ₹17 crore (negotiation ceiling)
Coverage around a Rahi Anil Barve–Ektaa Kapoor thriller stated Shraddha sought ₹17 crore plus share, ultimately exiting amid disagreements—useful as a 2025 ask level even if not realized on that film.
7) Nayanthara — ₹10–12 crore typical; ₹18 crore ask reported
South cinema’s “Lady Superstar” Nayanthara has consistently been reported in the ₹10–12 crore band, with credible business media also noting an ₹18 crore ask for a Chiranjeevi project earlier this year.
8) Trisha — ≈ ₹12 crore (top Tamil slate, 2025)
For Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life, coverage pegs Trisha at ~₹12 crore, reflecting her current top-tier status in Tamil cinema.
9) Sai Pallavi — ₹12 crore total across two parts (Ramayana)
Reports indicate Sai Pallavi is earning ₹6 crore per instalment (two parts) as Sita in Ramayana, totaling ₹12 crore—a clear jump versus earlier South-only baselines.
10) Rashmika Mandanna — ₹4–5 crore (2025 films)
Despite blockbuster visibility, Rashmika’s recent titles (Chhaava, Sikandar, Kuberaa) are reported in the ₹4–5 crore bracket in 2025—numbers that may rise again post next franchise results.
Very close on the bubble: Kareena Kapoor Khan (commonly ₹10–12 crore per film) and Samantha Ruth Prabhu (reports vary ₹3–10 crore by language/format) remain among the most bankable, though they narrowly miss the top-10 cutoff here on latest like-for-like fee prints.
Methodology (so you can trust the ranking)
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What we counted: Recent, report-based per-film remuneration (not endorsements, not event fees).
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How we sorted: Highest reliably reported fee in 2025 (or late-2024 influencing 2025) tied to a named project; where multiple bands exist, we cite the most corroborated range and note conditions (franchise, bilingual shoots, profit-share).
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Caveat: Most figures are reported, not producer-confirmed, but come from mainstream outlets (e.g., HT, ET, TOI, Moneycontrol, Livemint). When sources conflict, we favored larger, recent publications and project-specific numbers.
Quick context that explains the deltas
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Franchise premiums: Spy-universe, pan-India mytho, or Rajamouli-scale films raise cheques meaningfully. (See Katrina’s Spy-Verse, Sai Pallavi’s Ramayana.)
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Negotiation vs. closure: A reported ask (e.g., Shraddha ₹17 crore; Nayanthara ₹18 crore) indicates market position but may not equal final sign.
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Year-by-year drift: Leads who exit projects (e.g., Deepika from Spirit) still leave a fee “marker” that influences the market for the same tier.
FAQs: People Also Ask about the Highest Paid Actresses in India 2025
1) Who is the highest paid actress in India in 2025?
Priyanka Chopra Jonas, with widely reported ~₹30 crore for SSMB29.
2) How much does Deepika Padukone charge per film in 2025?
Reports around Spirit placed her at ₹20–25 crore (profit-share talk included).
3) What is Alia Bhatt’s per-film fee now?
₹20–25 crore at the top end; mid-teens on select projects.
4) Is Katrina Kaif among the highest paid in 2025?
Yes. ₹15–21 crore, including ₹15 crore for Merry Christmas (2024).
5) Did Kiara Advani really get ₹15 crore for Toxic?
That’s the dominant report; a few counters exist, but most mainstream pieces cite ₹15 crore.
6) Did Shraddha Kapoor demand ₹17 crore for a 2025 thriller?
Coverage indicates she asked ₹17 crore + share, then exited; the number reflects her 2025 ask-band.
7) What is Nayanthara’s fee this year?
₹10–12 crore typical, with an ₹18 crore ask reported for a Chiranjeevi film.
8) How much is Trisha being paid in 2025?
Around ₹12 crore for Thug Life, per multiple trade stories.
9) What is Sai Pallavi’s fee for Ramayana?
₹6 crore per part (two parts) = ₹12 crore total.
10) What is Rashmika Mandanna’s 2025 fee?
Recent titles indicate ₹4–5 crore.
Bottom line (2025 snapshot)
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Priyanka (≈₹30cr)
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Deepika (₹20–25cr)
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Alia (₹20–25cr)
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Katrina (₹15–21cr)
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Kiara (≈₹15cr)
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Shraddha (₹17cr ask)
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Nayanthara (₹10–12cr; ₹18cr ask)
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Trisha (≈₹12cr)
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Sai Pallavi (₹12cr total across two parts)
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Rashmika (₹4–5cr)
Numbers move with every announcement; I’ll refresh this if a new franchise signing resets the ceiling.
Bio of Author: Gayatri Tiwari is an experienced digital strategist and entertainment writer, bringing 20+ years of content expertise to one of India’s largest OTT platforms. She blends industry insight with a passion for cinema to deliver engaging, trustworthy perspectives on movies, TV shows and web series.
