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Suriya Movie Fees Per Movie 2026: Salary & Film List

Last Updated: 06 May 2026

Suriya salary per movie in 2026 stands as one of the highest in the South Indian film industry, ranging between ₹40 crore to ₹60 crore. His market value witnessed a sharp rise following the massive scale of Kanguva and the phenomenal commercial success of Retro. While he remains a powerhouse in Tamil cinema (Kollywood), his massive fan base in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana allows him to command premium figures for bilingual projects. Beyond his fixed acting fee, Suriya often opts for a profit-sharing model through his production house, 2D Entertainment, which significantly boosts his total earnings per project.

Current Fee: ₹40 Cr – ₹60 Cr

For high-budget ventures like Vaadivasal and his collaboration with director Karthik Subbaraj, the actor has reportedly maintained a steady bracket of ₹50 crore. Despite the mixed box office performance of some experimental titles, his brand remains untouched due to his National Award-winning reputation and consistent digital/satellite rights demand. In 2026, he continues to balance massive action entertainers with grounded, performance-driven roles, ensuring his position at the pinnacle of the salary charts alongside legends like Vijay and Ajith Kumar.

Highest Paid Projects of Suriya

Rank Project Name Estimated Fee
#1Vaadivasal₹60 Crore
#2Retro (Suriya 44)₹50 Crore
#3Kanguva₹39 Crore

Suriya Movie-Wise Salary (1997–2026)

SR. Movie Year Estimated Fee
Vaadivasal2026 (Expected)₹60 Cr
Karuppu2026₹45 Cr
Irumbu Kai Mayavi2026₹55 Cr
Retro (Suriya 44)2025₹50 Cr
Kanguva2024₹39 Cr
Etharkkum Thunindhavan2022₹30 Cr
Jai Bhim2021₹25 Cr
Soorarai Pottru2020₹20 Cr
Kaappaan2019₹18 Cr
Thaanaa Serndha Koottam2018₹15 Cr
Singam 32017₹15 Cr
242016₹12 Cr
Anjaan2014₹10 Cr
Singam II2013₹8 Cr
7aum Arivu2011₹5 Cr
Singam2010₹4 Cr
Ayan2009₹2 Cr
Ghajini2005₹1 Cr
Nandha2001₹15 Lakh
Nerukku Ner (Debut)1997₹50,000
Disclaimer: Salary figures are based on industry speculations, trade reports, and media interviews. Remuneration varies based on the production budget, the significance of the role, and individual contracts with production houses.