Smriti Irani is poised to once again capture the hearts of viewers as she makes her TV comeback in her iconic role as "Tulsi Virani."
Entertainment: There are many faces in the world of television who have gained recognition in every household through their acting skills and have now become the owners of crores of rupees in assets. The popularity of these stars is no less than that of a film star. Recently, Smriti Irani is once again in the headlines regarding Ekta Kapoor's famous show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2'. She is returning to the show with her iconic role 'Tulsi'.
However, even though Smriti Irani has now become a political figure and owns crores, some TV actresses are many times richer than her. Let's know about the 5 richest actresses on TV who have left Smriti Irani behind in terms of assets.
1. Hina Khan – ₹50 Crore
- Show: Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai
- Net Worth: ₹50 Crore (According to TOI report)
- Per Episode Fee: ₹2 Lakh
- Monthly Income: ₹35 Lakh
Hina Khan established a b foothold on Indian television with her character Akshara. By participating in reality shows like 'Bigg Boss' and 'Khatron Ke Khiladi', she took her popularity to new heights. Today, Hina is a fashion icon and earns heavily from brand endorsements as well.
2. Sargun Mehta – ₹84.34 Crore
- Show: 12/24 Karol Bagh
- Net Worth: ₹84.34 Crore (According to Koimoi report)
- Per Film Fee: ₹2 Crore
Sargun Mehta started her career with TV, but today she is counted among the most successful actresses in the Punjabi film industry. Her glamour and acting skills make her a full-fledged star. Apart from this, she is also associated with many production projects.
3. Nia Sharma – ₹70 to 75 Crore
- Show: Jamai Raja, Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai
- Net Worth: ₹70-75 Crore (Koimoi)
- Per Episode Fee: ₹80,000 - ₹90,000
- Monthly Income: ₹30 Lakh
Nia Sharma is known for her bold personality and different fashion sense. She is very active on social media and is associated with many brands. On the strength of her style and talent, she has included herself among the highest-paid actresses on TV.
4. Jennifer Winget – ₹45 to 58 Crore
- Show: Beyhadh, Bepannah
- Net Worth: ₹45-58 Crore (According to IndiaTimes report)
- Per Episode Fee: ₹1.5 Lakh
Jennifer Winget is considered one of the most talented and beautiful actresses on TV. Her characters in 'Beyhadh' and 'Bepannah' gave her a new identity. Apart from acting, she also earns well from many events and brand endorsements.
5. Shweta Tiwari – ₹81 Crore
- Show: Kasautii Zindagii Kay
- Net Worth: ₹81 Crore (According to MensXP report)
- Per Episode Fee: ₹3 Lakh
- Monthly Income: ₹60 Lakh
- Annual Income: ₹10 Crore
Shweta Tiwari, who left an indelible mark on TV with the character of Prerna, is still active on the small screen. She has appeared in many reality shows and her charm remains intact even today. Shweta's earnings come not only from acting but also from advertisements, stage shows and social media branding.
Smriti Irani – ₹8.75 Crore
- Show: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi
- Net Worth: ₹8.75 Crore (According to 2024 election affidavit)
- Political Role: Union Minister, Member of Parliament (Amethi)
Smriti Irani's acting career has now transformed into politics. Although she is known as Tulsi in the world of television, her focus is now on politics. In the year 2024, she contested the election from Amethi seat and had declared her total assets as ₹8.75 crore in her affidavit.
