The Indian television industry is blessed to have so many stunning and exceptionally talented actresses. For decades, we have seen so many iconic actresses, who not only ruled our hearts but also played characters that are now part of her core memory. However, in recent years, we have witnessed a surge of stunning actresses making their way into the Indian television space, from Divyanka Tripathi, Rubina Dilaik, Anita Hassanandani, Surbhi Jyoti, Ankita Lokhande, Erica Fernandes, Shraddha Arya to Mouni Roy, Jennifer Winget, Nia Sharma, and many more.
There was a time when television stars earned way less than film stars. Despite being more popular than Bollywood celebrities in Indian households, the pay disparity was a major point of discussion back in those days. However, things have changed now, and television celebrities are earning a good amount of money for their exhausting shoots. Today, we will talk about the country's highest-paid television actress, who is renowned for her acting chops, stylish fashion quotient, and no-filter statements.
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The actress we are talking about is 'Akshara Maheshwari Singhania' of the show, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai. Yes! It is none other than Hina Khan, who is one of the biggest actresses in the country. The 36-year-old actress is among the most celebrated television actresses. The stunning diva has 19.1 million followers on her Instagram handle and she often breaks headlines about her personal and professional lives.
For the uninitiated, Hina Khan was born on October 2, 1987, in Srinagar into an orthodox Muslim family. The actress completed her schooling from Lucknow's CMS Montessori School. For graduation, her parents sent her to Delhi, where she studied at Delhi University's Gargi College. During her college days at Gargi College, Hina Khan auditioned for the show, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, and was selected to play the show's lead character, 'Akshara Maheshwari Singhania.'
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Despite having no training in acting, it was a massive surprise for Hina Khan and her friends after she was selected by the makers of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai for the lead role. At the age of 22, she started working in the television industry, and the rest is history. The stunning diva worked in a series of renowned television shows like Kasautii Zindagii Kay and Naagin. Hina Khan made her acting debut in Bollywood with the film, Hacked, in 2020. The actress also made her mark in the OTT space with the web series, Damaged 2.
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The stunning television diva, Hina Khan is the highest-paid actress in India. According to a DNA report, she earns a whopping sum of Rs. 35 lakh per month. Apart from working in television shows, she also does a lot of brand endorsements and has participated in a series of reality shows. The report further revealed that she charges Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 1.5 lakh for a single TV episode. As of now, Hina has hiked her charges and now earns a sum of Rs. 2 lakh for a single TV episode. For the uninitiated, Hina Khan has an estimated net worth of Rs. 52 crore.
According to a report in Magic Bricks, Hina Khan is reportedly charging a whopping sum of Rs. 1 crore for brand endorsement. When it comes to spending, Hina Khan knows where to spend her hard-earned money. The actress is an avid car lover and has a series of super-expensive cars parked inside her garage. Hina Khan owns an Audi A4 (Rs. 44 lahks), Renault Triber (Rs. 8 lahks), Innova Crysta (Rs. 25 lahks), Honda City (Rs. 15 lahks), and Audi Q7 (Rs. 89 lahks).
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Hina Khan has lived in Mumbai since the age of 22 and often considers the city as her home. From achieving everything professionally to spending most of her life in this city, Mumbai is indeed her safe space. A few years back, Hina purchased a luxurious property in Mumbai's Worli. Although its price isn't available in the public domain, as per multiple media reports, Hina's house is worth crores. The actress often shares glimpses of her super-expensive home in Mumbai with her fans through her Instagram handle.
It was on June 28, 2024, when Hina Khan took to her Instagram handle and shockingly revealed that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. The actress requested her friends and fans to pray for her speedy recovery. However, she assured everyone that she was determined to come back stronger. The actress penned a long note and asked for privacy at this tough time.
What are your thoughts on Hina Khan's journey from never getting any formal acting training to becoming one of the most successful actresses in the television industry? Let us know.
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