In 1980s, ahead of his Bollywood debut, Salman Khan earned Rs 75 as his first paycheck
Salman Khan's journey in the film industry began with a humble salary of Rs 75 before he made his mark as an actor. His career took off with the film, Maine Pyar Kiya, for which he earned Rs 31,000. Since then, his films have collectively generated billions, positioning him to now demand Rs 100 crore per film and Rs 250 crore for his role in Bigg Boss.
In 1989, Bollywood actor Salman Khan made his debut in the film 'Biwi Ho Toh Aisi' alongside Rekha and Farooq Sheikh. However, his journey to stardom began even before this, as he worked as a background dancer in a Taj hotel show and earned a first paycheck of just Rs 75 for the performance. Despite this humble beginning, Salman went on to become a superstar, with a net worth of approximately Rs 2900 crore, according to Financial Express.
His early success continued with the film 'Maine Pyar Kiya,' which earned Rs 27.50 crore worldwide and helped him gain recognition in the industry. Over the years, Salman has starred in numerous hit films, including 'Tiger Zinda Hai,' 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan,' 'Sultan,' 'Tiger 3,' 'Kick,' and 'Bharat,' among others, making him one of the most successful actors in the Indian film industry.
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