The Highest-Paid Bollywood Artist Is Shreya Ghoshal; Here's A List Of The Top 5, Find Out

The Indian music industry is massive, and breaking into it is at the top of every singer’s wish list. Every year, a large number of new performers make their debut in Bollywood. But not everyone gets the golden ticket to fame and fortune. Only a few people manage to find a place in a million people’s hearts and become household names.

The list of great singers in the business is vast, from Arijit Singh to Sunidhi Chauhan to Neha Kakkar, whose lovely vocals calm our hearts. However, have you ever considered how much these well-known singers charge each song? Don’t be concerned! We’ve compiled a list of the highest-paid singers in Bollywood right now. (The list is based on multiple sources.)

1. Shreya Ghoshal

Shreya Ghoshal has dominated the heats for almost two decades. In the year 2000, she was the winner of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. With Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Devdas, she made her major Bollywood debut. Shreya Ghoshal, also known as the melody queen, has performed over 950 Hindi and other language songs. As previously said, she is said to demand between Rs 20 and Rs 25 lakhs for each song.

2. Arijit Singh

Arijit Singh is one of the most famous vocalists of his age, recognized for his delicate and rusty vocals. He made his debut in 2009 with Phir Mohabbat, and he hasn’t looked back since. According to reports, he charges Rs 13 lakhs for every song.

3. Sonu Nigam

Sonu Nigam has been entertaining us with his lovely and heart-touching voice for more than two decades. Sandese Aate Hain from Border, Kal Ho Na Ho title tune, and Abhi Mujhme Kahin from Agneepath are just a handful of his finest songs. According to estimates, he is paid Rs 10 lakhs for every song.

4. Sunidhi Chauhan

At the age of 16, she made her Bollywood debut as a playback singer for Urmila Matondkar in Mast. ‘Main Mast’ and ‘Ruki Ruki,’ two of her songs, brought her rapid success and established her a household name. She reportedly receives a big pay cheque of Rs 9 lakhs every song, according to sources.

5. Neha Kakkar

Neha Kakkar is one of India’s most successful and recognized singers, having started her career as a competitor on Indian Idol. With chart-topping tunes like Kar Gayi Chull, O Saki Saki, and Kala Chashma, among others, Neha has consistently ranked among the country’s best playback singers. According to reports, she charges Rs 8 lakhs for each song.