Nayantara's is the highest-paid actress in South

Tamannaah started her career in Bollywood

Anushka Shetty is a top actress in South

In the realm of the Indian film industry, there is no denial that actresses often face wage disparities compared to their male counterparts. For long, they’ve remained eye candies running around the bushes. Things have slowly changed for them with changing times. Today, women have strongly made their presence felt and have started ruling the roost. 

The lady superstars of the South Indian film industries now have a pan-India presence with a good fan base. Their movies in Bollywood are turning out to big money grossers and naturally, these beauties are churning good money. Let’s take a look at the richest actresses in South cinema:

Nayantara – The Lady Super Star

Dubbed as the Lady Super Star, Nayantara’s position as the highest-paid actress in the South comes as no surprise. She made history by being the first lead actress to command a crore as remuneration, at a time when many male actors were still earning in lakhs. Nayantara’s per-film charges reportedly exceed Rs 10 crore, contributing to her estimated net worth of approximately Rs 165 crore. She’s the only actress to own a private jet.

Renowned not only for her acting skills but also for her savvy investment choices, she recently earned the title of ‘Most Powerful Woman in Business’ by Business Today magazine.

Tamannaah – The Milk Beauty

Tamannaah, affectionately known as the Milky Beauty, may have started her career in Bollywood but found her true success in South Indian cinema. With an estimated net worth of around Rs 110 crore, she ranks among the wealthiest actresses in the industry. Besides her professional achievements, she’s also in the headlines for her relationship with actor Vijay Varma.

Anushka Shetty – The Powerhouse Performer

Anushka Shetty has established herself as one of the top actresses in both Tamil and Telugu cinema. Her journey to stardom began with the film “Super” opposite Nagarjuna and skyrocketed with the critically acclaimed “Arundathi.” 

Reports suggest her net worth stands at approximately Rs 100 crore, solidifying her status as a powerhouse performer in the industry.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu – The Self-Made Sensation

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, acclaimed for her stellar acting skills, has garnered a massive fan base across India. Through her talent and hard work, she’s made a mark in the industry. With a reported net worth of around Rs 89 crore, Samantha stands as a testament to self-made success and continues to captivate audiences with her performances.

Rashmika Mandanna – The Rising Star

Dubbed as the ‘National Crush,’ Rashmika Mandanna shot to fame with her performances in hits like “Geetha Govindam” and “Pushpa.” Having debuted with the successful Kannada film “Kirik Party,” Rashmika’s star power has only grown. With an estimated net worth of approximately Rs 50 crore, she’s become one of the most sought-after actresses in the industry, evidenced by her upcoming project opposite Ranbir in “Animal.”

These leading ladies not only shine on the silver screen but also exemplify resilience, talent, and entrepreneurial acumen, setting benchmarks for success in South Indian cinema.