Akshay Kumar remains a powerhouse in the Indian film industry, consistently delivering multiple projects year after year. Even as the market shifts toward massive action spectacles, his ability to balance social dramas with high-budget entertainers keeps him at the top of the pyramid. While he has recently transitioned into a hybrid model of upfront fees and profit-sharing, his commercial value is unmatched, especially given his legendary work ethic and speed of execution.
Over the past decade, Akshay’s remuneration has seen a fascinating trajectory. From charging around ₹15 crore in 2010 to peaking at over ₹100 crore for digital and pan-Indian projects, he has seen it all. In 2026, he is focusing on bringing back cult franchises and collaborating with new-age directors to maintain his grip on the box office, ensuring that his career remains as vibrant as ever.
Highest Paid Projects of Akshay Kumar
| Rank | Project Name | Estimated Fee |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bade Miyan Chote Miyan | ₹100 Crore |
| #2 | Hera Pheri 3 (Planned) | ₹90 Crore |
| #3 | Housefull 5 | ₹80 Crore |
Akshay Kumar Complete Movie List (2010-2026)
| SR. | Movie / Project | Year | Estimated Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bhooth Bangla | 2026 | ₹60 Cr | |
| Welcome To The Jungle | 2026 | ₹80 Cr | |
| Hera Pheri 3 | 2026 | ₹90 Cr | |
| Housefull 5 | 2025 | ₹80 Cr | |
| Sky Force | 2025 | ₹70 Cr | |
| Jolly LLB 3 | 2025 | ₹70 Cr | |
| Khel Khel Mein | 2024 | ₹60 Cr | |
| Sarfira | 2024 | ₹50 Cr | |
| Bade Miyan Chote Miyan | 2024 | ₹100 Cr | |
| Mission Raniganj | 2023 | ₹55 Cr | |
| OMG 2 | 2023 | ₹35 Cr | |
| Selfiee | 2023 | ₹50 Cr | |
| Ram Setu | 2022 | ₹60 Cr | |
| Cuttputlli | 2022 | ₹120 Cr (OTT Bundle) | |
| Raksha Bandhan | 2022 | ₹50 Cr | |
| Samrat Prithviraj | 2022 | ₹60 Cr | |
| Bachchhan Paandey | 2022 | ₹70 Cr | |
| Sooryavanshi | 2021 | ₹75 Cr | |
| Bell Bottom | 2021 | ₹117 Cr | |
| Laxmii | 2020 | ₹50 Cr | |
| Good Newwz | 2019 | ₹40 Cr | |
| Housefull 4 | 2019 | ₹45 Cr | |
| Mission Mangal | 2019 | ₹35 Cr | |
| Kesari | 2019 | ₹30 Cr | |
| 2.0 | 2018 | ₹45 Cr | |
| Gold | 2018 | ₹25 Cr | |
| Pad Man | 2018 | ₹20 Cr | |
| Toilet: Ek Prem Katha | 2017 | ₹18 Cr | |
| Jolly LLB 2 | 2017 | ₹20 Cr | |
| Rustom | 2016 | ₹20 Cr | |
| Housefull 3 | 2016 | ₹25 Cr | |
| Airlift | 2016 | ₹20 Cr | |
| Singh Is Bliing | 2015 | ₹20 Cr | |
| Brothers | 2015 | ₹18 Cr | |
| Gabbar Is Back | 2015 | ₹15 Cr | |
| Baby | 2015 | ₹15 Cr | |
| Entertainment | 2014 | ₹12 Cr | |
| Holiday: A Soldier Is Never Off Duty | 2014 | ₹15 Cr | |
| Boss | 2013 | ₹15 Cr | |
| Once Upon Ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara! | 2013 | ₹12 Cr | |
| Special 26 | 2013 | ₹10 Cr | |
| Khiladi 786 | 2012 | ₹12 Cr | |
| OMG – Oh My God! | 2012 | N/A | |
| Rowdy Rathore | 2012 | ₹15 Cr | |
| Housefull 2 | 2012 | ₹12 Cr | |
| Desi Boyz | 2011 | ₹10 Cr | |
| Thank You | 2011 | ₹8 Cr | |
| Patiala House | 2011 | ₹7 Cr | |
| Tees Maar Khan | 2010 | ₹8 Cr | |
| Action Replayy | 2010 | ₹6 Cr | |
| Khatta Meetha | 2010 | ₹5 Cr | |
| Housefull | 2010 | ₹5 Cr |