Basyukta Basuprava

Lady superstar Nayanthara is one of the top leading ladies in the South industry and is selective when it comes to choosing scripts. Ringing true to her powerful performances, Nayan is the highest-paid South Indian actress ever. While there are many trying to compete with the superstar, seems like Pooja Hegde is steadily on her way to the top as well.

Nayanthara’s massive fan following and acting chops make her the highest-paid actress across the South Indian industry. She charges Rs. 10 crores per film and more as per the films. While many actresses like Samantha Akkineni and Anushka Shetty charge a hefty paycheck also, none have been able to topple the Annaatthe star. But now there is a new name in the list of leading ladies that are steadily climbing her way to the top and that is Pooja Hegde.

 

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The actress has been working in both Bollywood and the regional movie industry for some time now has become one of the most sought-after actresses with her bankable choices. Success is also reflecting in the hooping amount she is charging for her new flicks. As per the buzz, Pooja will be playing the female lead opposite Thalapathy Vijay in Thalapathy 65 is charging a whopping 3 crore for the film. This is because of her growing popularity across the nation.

 

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While Nayan has some mega films lines up for her, Pooja has also a bag full of projects like films like Radhe Shyam with Prabhas, Kabhi Eid Kabhi Diwali with Salman Khan, and Cirkus with Ranveer Singh. As the demand for the Housefull star is increasing among the filmmakers, it is clear that she will be charging even more with time. With her Pan-India projects, she might even beat Nayanthara when it comes to being the highest-paid actress if all her projects are received well.

Meanwhile, Nayanthara is shooting for her next biggie opposite Rajinikanth and Keerthy Suresh.

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