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From Rupali Ganguly, Dilip Joshi to Kapil Sharma: Highest paid celebs from the TV industry

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Jun 23, 2025, 11:25 IST
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From Rupali Ganguly, Dilip Joshi to Kapil Sharma: Highest paid celebs from the TV industry

The Indian television industry has been entertaining fans for decades now. While many faces come and go, some become a household name and make a special place in the hearts of the audience. Moreover, fans are often curious about how much the top celebs charge per episode. Here’s a look at the highest paid TV celebs:

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Kapil Sharma

Kapil Sharma, who’s making headlines for his season 3 of The Great Indian Kapil Show, is one of the richest celebrities in the television world. Fans love him for his amazing comic timing and authentic personality. Over the years, Kapil has entertained fans a lot with his comedy. According to the reports, he charges around Rs 5 crore per episode. Fans are excited to see him on the season three of The Great Indian Kapil Show.



Also See: The Great Indian Kapil Show 3: Kapil Sharma teases Navjot Singh Sidhu for his hefty fees; says ‘Grateful to the platform for a budget that could afford Sidhu Paaji’​

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Rupali Ganguly

Best known for her role in Anupamaa, Rupali is one of the most popular faces in the television world. Her TV show Anupamaa never fails to make it to the top TRP charts. According to the reports, Rupali is paid around Rs 3.5 lakh per episode. Fans love Rupali’s role in TV show Anupamaa.

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Divyanka Tripathi

Divyanka Tripathi, best known for her role in Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, is a fan favourite. The actress has impressed fans with her performances time and again. She has won hearts with shows like Banoo Main Teri Dulhann, Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, and many more. According to the reports, she earns around Rs 2.5–3 lakhs per episode.

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Dilip Joshi

Dilip Joshi is one of the most important faces of TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He has been impressing fans with his role of Jethalal for years now. His fun personality as Jethalal is what fans love and enjoy. He is one of the highest paid stars in the TV industry. According to the reports, he charges around Rs 2–3.5 lakhs per episode.

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Krushna Abhishek

Krushna Abhishek, the comedian who is currently entertaining fans with his time on Laughter Chefs 2, is set to return on The Great Indian Kapil Show with season three. He is one of the highest paid stars in the television industry. According to the reports, he earns around Rs 10–12 lakh.

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Bharti Singh

Bharti Singh is one of the most loved and adored Indian comedians. Over the years, she has established herself as a successful comedian. Bharti is currently winning hearts with Laughter Chefs 2. According to the reports, she charges around Rs 10–12 lakhs per episode.

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Rubina Dilaik

Rubina Dilaik, who won the 14th season of Bigg Boss, is currently winning hearts with Laughter Chefs 2. She is one of the highest paid stars in the telly industry. Reports confirm that the actress charges around Rs 3–4 lakh per episode. Fans love her on Laughter Chefs 2.

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