Priyanka Chopra to Shraddha Kapoor: The first salaries of Bollywood icons Bollywood's glittering stars often appear to live lives of luxury, but many of them began their careers far from the glamorous lights. Here’s a glimpse into the modest beginnings of some of the industry’s biggest names and how their initial earnings compare to their current fortunes. Shah Rukh Khan Shah Rukh Khan is one of the most iconic and successful figures in the film industry.
His remarkable journey, however, began with humble beginnings. Khan started his career as an usher at a Pankaj Udhas concert, where he reportedly earned a meager Rs 50. Today, according to IMDb, his remuneration per project has skyrocketed, reportedly ranging between Rs 150 crores to Rs 250 crores.
Priyanka Chopra Priyanka Chopra's rise to fame was marked by her victory in the Miss World pageant in 2000. Her first professional assignment earned her Rs 5,000, a modest sum compared to her current earnings. Since then, Priyanka Chopra has expanded her career into Hollywood, where she now earns in dollars, reflecting her international success.
Shraddha Kapoor Shraddha Kapoor’s journey to fame started with an entry-level job in a coffee shop in America. Reflecting on her early days on a Zakir Khan show, Shraddha Kapoor shared that she earned $40 from this job. She humorously recounted how her parents sent her to America with pocket money and advised her to earn extra if needed.
This early job, though modest, was a stepping stone in her career. Today, Kapoor is a well-known actress in Bollywood with numerous successful films to her name. Akshay Kumar Before Akshay Kumar became a household name in Bollywood, he worked in Bangkok as a chef and waiter to make ends meet.
His foray into films was equally modest; he was reportedly paid Rs 5,000 for his first film role. Fast forward to today, Khiladi Kumar is one of the highest-paid actors in the industry, commanding top fees for his performances. Deepika Padukone Deepika Padukone's Bollywood journey began with a significant role in Shah Rukh Khan's ‘Om Shanti Om.
’ In a candid interview, Padukone shared that her first salary was Rs 2,000. Today, she is one of Bollywood's highest-paid actresses. Amitabh Bachchan Before Amitabh Bachchan became an iconic figure in Indian cinema, he worked in various roles, including as an executive at Shaw & Wallace and a freight broker for Bird and Co.
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