Bigg Boss 17: A Glimpse into Contestants' Paychecks, Net Worth, and Tightened Contracts
As the 17th season of the much-awaited reality show, Bigg Boss, graces our screens, the frenzy among its devoted fan base is reaching its peak. Viewers are eager to delve into the lives of their favourite celebrities, uncovering details about their net worth, and discovering who the highest-paid contestants are. We're here to provide you with all the intriguing insights.
# Meet the Bigg Boss 17 Contestants
This season's lineup boasts a diverse array of personalities. From comedians to actors, and even an international participant, the house is brimming with excitement. Here's a quick introduction to the contestants:
- Munawar Faruqui
- Vicky Jain
- Aishwarya Sharma
- Anurag Dobhal (UK07)
- Ankita Lokhande
- Neil Bhatt
- Jigna Vora
- Firoza Khan (Khanzadi)
- Isha Malviya
- Sana Raees Khan
- Soniya Bansal
- Abhishek Kumar
- Mannara Chopra
- Rinku Dhawan
- Arun Srikanth Mashettey
- Navid Sole
- Sunny Arya
# Top Earners of the Season
According to a report by Telly Masala, TV star Ankita Lokhande and comedian Munawar Faruqui are the top earners this season. Ankita commands an impressive fee of Rs 12 Lakhs per week, while Munawar is not far behind, earning approximately Rs 7-8 lakhs per week. Following closely behind are Aishwarya Sharma and Isha Malviya.
# Net Worth of the Big Names
Ankita Lokhande's net worth is estimated to be a staggering Rs 25 crore, as reported by The Siasat Daily. Her income streams are diversified, including earnings of Rs 3-4 crore from movies, Rs 1.5-2 crore from TV shows, web series, and music videos, around Rs 24-36 lakh from her YouTube channel, Rs 20-30 lakh from Instagram, and Rs 2-3 crore from event appearances.
Munawar Faruqui, as per several media reports, boasts an annual net worth of close to Rs 2 crore. The Times of India reports that Vicky Jain, with a diverse business portfolio as the Managing Director of Mahavir Inspire Group, has a net worth that estimated close to Rs 100 crore. The group is active in sectors such as coal trading, washery operations, logistics, power generation, diamonds, and real estate.
Other notable mentions include Sunny Arya, with an annual income of approximately Rs 60 lakh, and Anurag Dobhal, whose net worth is estimated to be Rs 1.5 crore. Advocate Sana Raees Khan, known for handling high-profile cases, reportedly rakes in between Rs 10 to 15 crores. Meanwhile, the only international contestant this season, Navid Sole, is said to make a whopping Rs 40 crores annually.
# Firming Up the Contracts
Each season of Bigg Boss often sees contestants trying to navigate the fine print of their contracts, sometimes leading to rule breaches. However, this year, Bigg Boss 17 has decided to put a more robust grip on the reins. Reports suggest that fines and penalties for contract violations have been substantially increased, making contestants think twice before attempting to circumvent the rules.
Bigg Boss 17 promises a whirlwind of entertainment and drama, with contestants' net worth and contract regulations adding extra layers of intrigue to the season. Fans are undoubtedly in for a rollercoaster ride as they watch their favourite celebrities navigate the challenges of the Bigg Boss house.
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