Mumbai: Bollywood star Kiara Advani has made headlines once again, this time not for a red-carpet look or blockbuster release, but for the jaw-dropping fee she has reportedly charged for her upcoming pan-India film Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups. According to a recent report by Pinkvilla, the actress is set to receive a staggering ₹15 crore for her role—solidifying her position among the highest-paid actresses in the Indian film industry.
Kiara’s Career Hits New Milestone with ‘Toxic’
In a strategic career move, Kiara has signed on as the female lead opposite Kannada superstar Yash in Toxic. The action-packed fantasy drama is being shot simultaneously in Kannada and English and is touted as a unique cinematic experience. Alongside Yash and Kiara, the film also stars Darrell D’Silva and Akshay Oberoi in key roles.
Initially scheduled for an April 2025 release, the film has faced delays in production, pushing back its premiere. Nonetheless, the buzz surrounding the project has only grown stronger, especially with Kiara’s record-breaking fee becoming a talking point.
Bollywood Meets South: The Rising Fees of Leading Actresses
Kiara’s ₹15 crore fee places her firmly in the league of top-paid actresses in Indian cinema. She now stands alongside the likes of Deepika Padukone, who charged ₹23 crore for Kalki 2898 AD, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, reportedly bagging ₹35 crore for SS Rajamouli’s much-anticipated SSMB29.
Kiara’s rising market value is a reflection of her box-office success and growing fanbase across India. Her recent hits have solidified her status as a pan-India star, capable of drawing audiences across language barriers.
Upcoming Projects: Kiara Eyes Spy Universe Glory
Kiara Advani’s professional graph shows no signs of slowing down. After Toxic, she is set to appear in War 2, a high-octane action film under Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe, starring opposite Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR. The film is expected to be a massive box office event and could mark another milestone in Kiara’s thriving career.
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