Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19 fees gets a big pay cut - Report. How much is he being paid?

Superstar Salman Khan is back to host Bigg Boss 19, which premieres on August 24 on JioHotstar, followed by a delayed telecast on Colors TV. This season marks a significant change in the show’s approach, with an OTT-first model that allows viewers to stream episodes online before the television broadcast. Despite the reduced duration of his hosting, Salman continues to be the highest-paid personality on Indian television.

Salman’s Fees and Reduced Hosting Stint
According to a report from Hindustan Times, Salman Khan is charging approximately Rs 10 crore per weekend to host this season. However, as per Times Now, unlike previous seasons where he hosted the entire show, Salman will be present for only 15 weeks, roughly three months. This arrangement reportedly brings his total earnings for Bigg Boss 19 to around Rs 150 crore—a significant decrease from the Rs 250 crore he earned for Bigg Boss 18 and Rs 200 crore for Bigg Boss 17.

The report states industry sources suggest that the reduction in his fee is directly linked to the shorter hosting schedule. Had Salman hosted the full season, his remuneration would likely have been on par with previous years.


After completing 15 weeks, Salman is expected to hand over hosting duties to guest anchors. Names like Farah Khan and Karan Johar are reportedly in consideration, both of whom have previously stepped in as interim hosts when Salman was unavailable. This shared hosting arrangement is considered the primary reason behind the reduction in his paycheck.

Bigg Boss 19: What to Expect
Bigg Boss 19 has premiered, introducing a politics-driven theme where public opinion is already shaping the progression of the game. Salman Khan, who returned as the host, unveiled the redesigned Bigg Boss house in the first episode. Fans have begun following the contestant interactions closely, as alliances and strategies start taking shape in the house.


For the first time in its nearly two-decade run, Bigg Boss is adopting a digital-first release strategy. Episodes will premiere on JioHotstar and appear on Colors TV approximately 90 minutes later. This approach is expected to expand the show’s reach to digital audiences while retaining its primetime television viewership.