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Bigg Boss Tamil 9 contestants' salary: Here's how much money VJ Paaru, Divya, Diwakar, Kani and others charging per week

etimes.in | Last updated on - Nov 6, 2025, 16:05 IST
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Bigg Boss Tamil 9 contestants' salary: Here's how much money VJ Paaru, Divya, Diwakar, Kani and others charging per week

The ninth season of Bigg Boss Tamil, hosted by Vijay Sethupathi, has been keeping audiences glued to their screens with its mix of drama, entertainment, and emotional moments. This season began in October with 20 contestants from varied walks of life, including popular television actors, social media influencers, and dancers. Adding to the excitement, four wildcard contestants have since entered the house, further intensifying the competition. While the contestants battle it out inside the house, fans have been curious about how much their favourites are earning each week. Here’s a look at the rumoured weekly salaries of some of the most talked-about contestants of Bigg Boss Tamil 9:
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VJ Paaru

VJ Paaru, a well-known anchor and actress in Tamil Nadu, is one of the season’s strong contenders. Social media rumours suggest that VJ Paaru earns around ₹1 to ₹1.5 lakh per week in the Bigg Boss house.
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Diwakar

Social media influencer and actor Diwakar, who shot to fame through viral videos, is rumoured to be earning around ₹1 lakh per week.
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Divya Ganesh

Wildcard contestant Divya Ganesh, known for her roles in Keladi Kanmani, Sumangali, Mahanadhi, and Baakiyalakshmi, is rumoured to be earning approximately ₹1 lakh per week on Bigg Boss Tamil 9.
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Kani Thiru

Actress and Cooku With Comali Season 2 winner Kani Thiru is said to be among the highest-paid contestants this season. Rumours suggest that she charges between ₹1.5 to ₹2 lakh per week.
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Viyana

Actress and model Viyana, who has been gaining attention for her graceful presence, is rumoured to be earning ₹1 lakh per week.
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Sandra

Wildcard contestant and actress Sandra, known for her roles in films like Poraali, Urumeen, and Singam 3, is rumoured to be earning between ₹1 to ₹2 lakh per week.
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Prajin

Wildcard contestant and actor Prajin, who has appeared in serials such as Penn, Gokulathil Seethai, and Vaidhegi Kaathirundhaal, is rumoured to earn between ₹1 to ₹2 lakh per week.
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Kamurudin

Television actor Kamarudin, who rose to fame through Mahanadhi, is rumoured to be earning around ₹1 lakh per week.
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