India highest paid choreographer 2025:
In Indian cinema, songs are more than just music they are an essential part of the story. They add emotion, energy, and help keep the audience engaged. With dance numbers becoming hugely popular, choreographers have gained immense importance in shaping how songs look and feel on screen.
Farah Khan is widely recognized as India’s top choreographer in 2025. She currently charges up to ₹50 lakh per song, making her the highest-paid in the industry. Other top choreographers like Remo D’Souza, Ganesh Hegde, and Vaibhavi Merchant also earn between ₹25 to ₹50 lakh per song, but Farah continues to lead with her experience and popularity.
From Dancer to Director
Farah began her journey in Bollywood as a background dancer. Her first big break came with the movie Jalwa. She rose to fame with her choreography in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa, where she was paid ₹30,000 for six songs—more than actor Shah Rukh Khan, who earned ₹25,000 for the entire film! Over the years, she transitioned from choreographer to successful film director, delivering hits like Main Hoon Na, Om Shanti Om, and Happy New Year.
Farah’s career is not limited to choreography or direction. She has also worked as a TV host, judge, and actress. Her net worth is now estimated at over ₹85 crore. Recently, she choreographed the popular song Chaleya from the movie Jawan and appeared in the comedy film Khichdi 2. She was also seen hosting The Khatra Show, adding another feather to her cap.
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