South Indian actresses are making their mark not just with their talent but also with their impressive earnings, standing toe-to-toe with their male stars. These 5 powerhouse performers have carved a niche for themselves by being the hightest paid actresses who are ruling the industry. With a massive fan following that adores both their acting and stunning looks, these actresses continue to dominate the silver screen.
Sai Pallavi
Sai Pallavi is known for her simple looks and exceptional acting. In her latest movie Thandel, she charged ₹5 crore. According to a report by The Times of India, she has charged ₹6 crore for her upcoming film Ramayana.

Anushka Shetty
Anushka Shetty is also among the highest-paid actresses in the South Indian film industry. She won hearts with her outstanding performances in Baahubali and Arundhati. For these movies, the actress reportedly charged between ₹3 to ₹6 crore for her role.

Rashmika Mandanna
Popularly known as the National Crush Rashmika Mandanna’s looks have mesmerized fans. With her exceptional acting skills, she has created a unique place in the audience’s hearts. Her latest movie Chhaava, starring Vicky Kaushal in the lead role, is creating waves in theaters. The actress reportedly charges ₹10 crore per film.

Trisha Krishnan
Trisha is also among the top actresses in the industry. She is a well-known name in South Indian cinema and has also won hearts in Bollywood with her acting skills. The actress charges between ₹10-12 crore per film.

Nayanthara
Nayanthara, who has made a mark in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films, is also part of this list. She gained widespread recognition in Bollywood with her performance in Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. Today, she is a well-established name in Hindi cinema as well. The actress charges ₹10 crore per film.
