Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Bollywood stars who receive high salaries for TV hosting (photo)

**Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan and Bollywood stars who receive high fees for TV hosting (photo)**

Indian television has changed significantly over the past 10 years. The main reason for this is attributed to artists who have achieved fame in Bollywood hosting shows. Actors gladly accept such offers because it allows them to earn a good income and further increase their level of popularity. Today we will talk about Bollywood actors who receive record fees for their TV hosting activities.

**Salman Khan (14 crore, approximately 1,400,000 dollars)**

Salman Khan is considered the most "expensive" TV host in India. His famous name alone is enough to turn any movie or show into a hit. For this reason, TV show creators are ready to pay the amount requested by the actor. The artist received 11 crore for his participation in the "Bigg Boss" show. This year, he is being paid 14 crore for each episode of this show. Salman Khan played the main role in "Bigg Boss" achieving popularity. His participation in the show has always been interesting for fans. The actor skillfully resolves conflicts on the show, gives valuable advice to competitors, and lists the participants' inappropriate behaviors one by one on weekends.

**Amitabh Bachchan (5 crore, approximately 500,000 dollars)**

One of the most popular shows loved by Indians — Kaun Banega Crorepati — is broadcast on Sony TV, and Amitabh Bachchan is the person who made a great contribution to its popularity. Thanks to the actor's efforts, the show has achieved great popularity in the country. The artist communicates with ordinary people, involuntarily encouraging them to participate in the show. Amitabh Bachchan receives 5 crore for each episode of the show. It is said that no one else can "maintain" the popularity of this show at such a high level as Mr. Bachchan.

**Shah Rukh Khan (3 crore, approximately 300,000 dollars)**

The King of Bollywood has hosted many major television shows to date. Among them are famous projects such as Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hai, Kaun Banega Crorepati, and Zor Ka Jhatka. However, the actor received his highest fee for hosting activities last year for his participation in the Ted Talks India show. The artist was paid 3 crore for each episode.

**Aamir Khan (3 crore, approximately 300,000 dollars)**

The talk show Satyamev Jayate, founded by Aamir Khan, deals with presenting real-life stories on television and covering the topic of fighting against violence in society. According to reports, Aamir Khan received 3 crore for each episode of the show and raised it to a hit level.

**Akshay Kumar (1.5 crore, approximately 150,000 dollars)**

It has been a long time since fans saw Akshay Kumar on screen as a TV host. During his career, he has hosted the shows MasterChef India and Khatron Ke Khiladi. It is known that the artist received 1.5 crore for each episode of these show programs. Unfortunately, despite Akshay being one of India's most famous actors, these programs did not rise to hit levels.