Top 10 Highest-Paid Malayalam Actors In 2024

Many films in this field have generated a lot of money lately. Whether viewed in a theatre or online, Malayalam films are popular worldwide, even with non-Malayalam speakers. One of the main reasons films are made is because of the actors who play important parts in them. Here is the list of the top 10 highest-paid Malayalam actors in 2024.

1. Mohanlal (Rs 8-10 Crore per movie)

Although he began his career as a conventional villain, he is now a well-known Malayalam actor in Kerala. Mohanlal is without a doubt among the greatest actors India has ever produced. His discography is extensive, he has played unrivaled comedic parts, and his distinct speech pattern comes effortlessly to him. Not many performers can pull off a serious and humorous character with the same ease. The highest civilian awards in the nation, the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan have been bestowed upon him. In addition, he has received numerous honors, including five National Film Awards and two Best Actor nominations for the films Bharatham (1991) and Vanaprastham (1999).

2. Mammootty (Rs 4-15 Crores per movie)

While still a college student, Mammootty, better known by his stage name Mammukka, landed his first part as a young artist (extra) in Anubhavangal Paalichakal. Like Mohanlal, he rose to fame and acted in over 350 films. Super hit films like Peranbu, Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, Aa Rathri, Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, Adiyozhukkukal, Aavanazhi, Mahanayam, Dhruvam, Vatsalyam, The King, and Paleri Manikyam are among the many blockbuster films that this three-time National Award winner has to his name.

3. Dulquer Salmaan (Rs 3-8 Crores per movie)

The man who goes as DQ, Dulquer Salmaan, is Mammootty's son. He has appeared in multiple Tamil and Malayalam films. He co-starred in his first Hindi film, Karwaan, with Mithila Palkar in 2018. By selecting a variety of screenplays, he has demonstrated his multilingual acting abilities. Bangalore Days, directed by Anjali Menon and starring Dulquer Salman and Nivin Pauly, was a big hit. Kurup, his most recent film, debuted on Netflix to positive reviews.

4. Prithviraj Sukumaran (Rs 3-7 Crores per movie)

Prithviraj Sukumaran, also known as Prithviraj, is a well-known Indian actor, playback singer, and producer who specializes in Malayalam cinema. He has also appeared in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi films. He participated in several plays, skits, debates, and speech competitions during his school career. Director Ranjith invited him to be in Nandanam in 2002. When Prithviraj received numerous invitations to appear in films, he was in his second year of engineering. He made the decision to put his academic career on hold. Among his most well-known films are Lucifer, Koode, Ezra, City of God, Urumi, Nandanam, The Thriller, Aiyyaa, Driving Licence, Memories, Entu Ninte Moideen, and Puthiya Mukham.

5. Faahadh Faasil (Rs 3.5 -6 Crores per movie)

At the age of 19, Fahadh landed his first role in his father Fazil's film Kaiyethum Doorath. (2002). Following a disastrous film debut, he relocated to the United States. Following a six-year hiatus, he returned with Kerala Cafe, an anthology film. 2009). For his roles in Artist and North 24 Kaatham, he was awarded the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor and Second Best Actor. Chaappa Kurishu, Diamond Necklace, Amen, Artist, Annayum Rasoolum, North 24 Kaatham, Bangalore Days, and Iyobinte Pusthakam are some of his most significant motion pictures.

6. Nivin Pauly (Rs 3 -6 Crores per movie)

For seven years, Nivin Pauly has had an incredible journey. He is regarded as a superstar in Malayalam cinema. Rajesh Khanna, M.G. Ramachandran, Kamal Haasan, Mammootty, and Mohanlal were his boyhood idols. While still in college, he appeared on the 2003 local album Olive. Malarvadi Arts Club, directed by Vineeth Srinivasan, featured Nivin in his first motion picture (2010). He was dubbed the most promising young debutant because of his performance in his subsequent films.

7. Dileep Gopalakrishnan (Rs 3 -5 Crores per movie)

Renowned Malayalam actor Dileep is most recognized for his roles in Kunjikkoonan (2002), Thilakkam (2003), and Sound Thoma (2013). In addition, he produces. He has experience working as a director's assistant and a mimic. He left his profession to pursue acting full-time after Maanatha Kottarathil gave him a significant break. Anoop, his brother and right-hand guy, assisted him in founding Grand Productions, his production company. He frequently collaborates with directors, Rafi, Mecartin, Lal Jose, and Joshiy.

8. Suresh Gopi (Rs 2 -3 Crores per movie)

When Suresh Gopi was a young actor, his debut film part was in Odayil Ninnu. 1965). He rose to fame playing the "angry officer" in a number of action films, but he eventually stopped because he believed it was detrimental to the youth.  Bharathchandran, IPS, is who I am. Just remember that! – Thanks to a classic line of dialogue written by Ranji Panicker for the 1994 Shahi Kailua film Commissioner, Gopi became a huge box-office success. It cemented his place among the most significant characters in Malayalam cinema. His roles in The Play of God (1997), Commissioner (1994), and Bharathchandran I.P.S. (2005), the Commissioner sequel, were well received.

9. Tovino Thomas (Rs 1.5 -3 Crores per movie)

Sajeevan Anthikad's 1995 Malayalam film Prabhuvinte Makkal was Tovino's debut feature. (2012). His performances in films such as ABCD (2013), 7th Day (2014), Ennu Ninte Moideen (2015), and Charlie (2015) demonstrated his exceptional potential. He had a significant part in the 2016 film Guppy, which earned him plaudits from critics. Godha (2017) and Oru Mexican Aparatha (2017), his next two films, were enormous hits at the Mollywood box office. His most recent Netflix film, Minnal Murali, received positive reviews from critics and viewers alike.

10. Kunchacko Boban (Rs 1.5 -3 Crores per movie)

Actor and producer Kunchacko Boban, popularly known as Chackochan, hails from Kerala. More than ninety films feature him. He is the grandson of renowned film producer Kunchacko, who founded Udaya Studios. In 1997, Fazil brought him into the Malayalam film industry with his debut film, Aniyathipraavu, costarring Shalini. This film brought in the most revenue of any Malayalam film at the time. Among his most significant honours is the Kerala State Film Award.