Being part of Bigg Boss 20 comes with more than a chance to win the trophy. Contestants also receive a fee for every week they spend inside the house.
The amount reportedly varies from one contestant to another, depending on their popularity and professional background.
So, how much are Qazi Touqeer, Aasif Khan, Mary Kom, Mahhi Vij and the other Bigg Boss 20 contestants reportedly earning? Here's a look at their reported fees.
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Qazi Touqeer: Reportedly Earning Rs. 7-8 Lakh A Week
Singer Qazi Touqeer is among the contestants whose reported fee has received attention this season. According to Siasat, figures circulating online suggest that Qazi is charging around Rs. 7 lakh to Rs. 8 lakh per week for his stint on the show.
Qazi first rose to fame after winning Fame Gurukul in 2005.
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Aasif Khan: Reportedly Getting Rs. 8-9 Lakh A Week
Actor Aasif Khan, known for his work in Panchayat, is reportedly among the higher-paid contestants this season. According to Filmibeat, media reports have placed his weekly fee between Rs. 8 lakh and Rs. 9 lakh.
The publication also estimated that an eight-week stay could bring his earnings from the show to around Rs. 64 lakh to Rs. 72 lakh. These are estimates based on the reported weekly fee, not a confirmed payout.
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Aman Gandhi: Reportedly Charging Rs. 4-5 Lakh A Week
Actor Aman Gandhi is another contestant whose reported remuneration has surfaced online. According to Asianet Newsable, estimates circulating online put his fee at Rs. 4 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh per week.
The report calculated that his approximately 43-day stay could have earned him between Rs. 24 lakh and Rs. 30 lakh. The amount is an estimate and has not been confirmed by the actor or the show's makers.
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Kushal Tanwar, Also Known As Gullu: Estimated At Rs. 4–5 Lakh A Week
Kushal Tanwar, popularly known as Gullu, has also been linked to a weekly fee estimate of Rs. 4 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh.
The figure appears on an online Bigg Boss 20 contestant profile website, which lists his weekly fee in that range. However, this is an online estimate rather than a figure attributed to the show's makers or to Tanwar himself.
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Aamrapali Dubey: Online Estimate Puts Her Fee At Rs. 12-15 Lakh A Week
Bhojpuri actor Aamrapali Dubey has one of the established entertainment careers among this season's housemates. An online Bigg Boss 20 contestant profile lists her estimated weekly fee at Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 15 lakh.
This is a higher estimate than the Rs. 8 lakh per week figure that has also circulated in online discussions about her remuneration. However, neither amount has been confirmed by Dubey or the show's makers.
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What About Mary Kom, Mahhi Vij, Kanika Mann And The Others?
A number of other fee figures have also been shared in online discussions about the season. Estimates attributed to these contestants include:
Mary Kom: A figure of around Rs. 20 lakh per week has circulated online.
Mahhi Vij: Some online estimates put her fee at approximately ₹95,000 per episode.
Kanika Mann: A reported estimate puts her fee at around Rs. 55,000 per episode.
Arishfa Khan: An online figure of approximately Rs. 92,000 per episode has been circulated.
Tanmay Singh, also known as ScoutOP: He has been linked to estimates of a much higher weekly fee. However, the Rs. 30 lakh per month figure he mentioned on the show refers to his existing income, not his Bigg Boss remuneration.
Isha Rikhi, Rhiti Tiwari and Uditi Singh: Online discussions have placed some of the lesser-known contestants in the Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh per week range.
How Do Bigg Boss Contestants Get Paid?
Contestants are reportedly paid through individual contracts rather than a fixed fee that applies to everyone. According to The Indian Express, these agreements include the contestant's weekly remuneration, rules for participation and penalties for violations.
The contracts may also include a minimum guarantee (MG). This is an agreed period during which a contestant is protected from eviction, even if nominated, unless they commit a major violation of the show's rules.
Once that period ends, their continuation in the house depends on the show's eviction process.
The weekly fee is also separate from the prize money awarded to the winner. A contestant can earn through their agreed remuneration for the weeks they remain in the house, regardless of whether they eventually lift the trophy.
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TL;DR | News At A Glance
How much do Bigg Boss 20 contestants earn per week?
Contestants receive different weekly fees based on their popularity, professional background and individual contracts.
Who are the highest-paid Bigg Boss 20 contestants?
Qazi Touqeer, Aasif Khan and Aamrapali Dubey feature among the housemates linked to some of the highest reported weekly fees.
What is Qazi Touqeer’s Bigg Boss 20 salary?
Qazi Touqeer is reportedly paid Rs. 7–8 lakh per week.
How much does Aasif Khan earn on Bigg Boss 20?
Aasif Khan’s reported weekly fee is Rs. 8–9 lakh.
How much do Mary Kom, Mahhi Vij and Kanika Mann earn?
Online estimates have put their reported fees at different weekly or per-episode amounts.
Do Bigg Boss 20 contestants get paid even if they do not win?
Yes. Contestants receive their contracted fees for their time on the show, separately from the winner’s prize money.
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