Deepika Padukone has cemented her place as Bollywood's queen of remuneration! According to a collaborative list by Forbes and IMDb, she's the highest-paid actress in India for 2024. Her fee range, reportedly between Rs 15 crore and Rs 30 crore per film, surpasses the likes of Alia Bhatt, Kangana Ranaut, Priyanka Chopra and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. This recognition highlights Deepika's enduring popularity and box office clout. Kalki 2898 AD Trailer Reaction: Netizens Are Mighty Impressed With Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone’s Upcoming Sci-Fi, Call It ‘New Era of Indian Cinema’.

Katrina Kaif, known for her action roles in films like Tiger 3, secures the fourth spot, reportedly charging between Rs 15 crore and Rs 25 crore per movie. Alia Bhatt, a powerhouse of talent, follows closely behind in the fifth position, with an alleged asking amount ranging from Rs 10 crore to Rs 20 crore per film.

The list further showcases the earning power of veteran actresses like Kareena Kapoor Khan, who reportedly commands Rs 8 crore to Rs 18 crore per movie. Shraddha Kapoor and Vidya Balan also feature prominently, with alleged fee ranges of Rs 7 crore to Rs 15 crore and Rs 8 crore to Rs 14 crore per film, respectively. Rounding out the top earners are Bollywood veterans Anushka Sharma and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Anushka reportedly commands Rs 8-12 crore per film, while Aishwarya's fee sits around Rs 10 crore, proving experience reigns supreme. Pregnant Deepika Padukone Steps Out for Dinner With Family! Mom-To-Be Flaunts Baby Bump in Black Bodycon Dress Paired With Denim Jacket (Watch Video).

Interestingly, the list currently doesn't feature any South Indian actresses. This could be due to factors like pay disparity or a separate ranking system for the South Indian film industry.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jun 18, 2024 12:29 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).