Mumbai, India – Indian television's hierarchy of star power has seen a significant shift, with former national cricket captain Rohit Sharma reportedly emerging as India's most expensive TV host. Sharma, known as "Hitman" on the cricket field, is said to be commanding an unprecedented fee of ₹10-15 crore per episode for his new show, Family Full House with Rohit Sharma, broadcast on Sony Entertainment Television.
This reported remuneration positions Sharma above long-standing Bollywood heavyweights like Salman Khan and Amitabh Bachchan, who have historically dominated the top earnings bracket in television hosting. For years, the conversation around the highest-paid hosts revolved around these two titans.
Rohit Sharma's Ascent in TV Hosting
While neither Sharma nor Sony Entertainment Television has officially confirmed the figures, reports suggest his entry into television has immediately reset the benchmark for host salaries. His show, Family Full House, marks a new chapter for the cricketing icon, transitioning his immense popularity from sports stadiums to living rooms across the nation.
The Reign of Bollywood Titans
For decades, Bollywood stars have been synonymous with high-stakes television shows. Amitabh Bachchan, the legendary host of Kaun Banega Crorepati since 2000, reportedly earns over ₹100 crore for a season, with weekly remunerations estimated at ₹15-20 crore, or ₹2.5-3 crore per episode.
Salman Khan, another colossal figure, has hosted Bigg Boss for over 15 years. His fees for the reality show began at ₹2.5 crore per episode and reportedly peaked at ₹15 crore per week in some seasons, potentially amassing around ₹250 crore for a full season.
Other High-Earning Television Personalities
The television landscape also features other prominent figures commanding substantial fees:
- Ajay Devgn: The actor reportedly charged around ₹90 crore for 15 episodes of Crime Patrol 2026: Crime Ka Current Season, translating to approximately ₹6 crore per episode.
- Karan Johar: Known for his celebrity chat show Koffee With Karan, the filmmaker is estimated to have earned over ₹25 crore for the show's latest season, making him one of the highest-paid non-actor television personalities.
- Rohit Shetty: The action filmmaker, host of the stunt-based reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi, is estimated to earn ₹12-14 crore per season. His per-episode pay has reportedly grown from ₹20 lakh to ₹70 lakh depending on the season, reflecting his long association and unique persona.
Sharma's reported earnings underscore a growing trend where non-Bollywood stars, particularly from the highly popular sport of cricket, are increasingly capturing significant market value in the entertainment sector.