Nagarjuna Remuneration: Akkineni Nagarjuna is truly looking like a king with Bigg Boss. He has set a record as one of the highest-paid TV hosts in India. So far, Nagarjuna has hosted seven seasons of Bigg Boss Telugu. The first season was hosted by NTR, the second by Nani, and since then, Nagarjuna has taken charge. His hosting brought him immense popularity, and he continues to earn massive paychecks for the show.

Remuneration Per Season:

⦿ Bigg Boss Telugu Season 3 (2019): Nagarjuna reportedly charged Rs. 10–12 lakh per episode, earning around Rs. 8–10 crore for the season.

⦿ Season 4 (2020): Though initially reluctant to continue, he agreed after the makers increased his fee and adjusted his schedule. He reportedly charged Rs. 12–15 lakh per episode, earning around Rs. 12–15 crore for the season.

⦿ Season 5 (2021): His remuneration rose to Rs. 15–20 lakh per episode, with total earnings of about Rs. 15 crore.

⦿ Season 6 (2022): Reports suggest he charged Rs. 20–25 lakh per episode, making around Rs. 20–25 crore for the season.

⦿ Season 7 (2023): Nagarjuna reportedly earned up to Rs. 25 lakh per episode, totaling Rs. 25–28 crore for the season.

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⦿ Season 8 (2024): His fee reportedly went up to Rs. 30 lakh per episode, with a total remuneration of about Rs. 30 crore.

⦿ Season 9 (2025): For the ongoing season, Nagarjuna is said to have been offered a record amount, with reports suggesting his remuneration could go up to Rs. 40 crore. This makes him the highest-paid TV host in South India.

Salman Khan’s Record Remains Unbeaten:

Despite Nagarjuna’s massive earnings, no host has yet come close to Bollywood star Salman Khan, who reportedly charges around Rs. 150 crore per season for hosting Bigg Boss Hindi.

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