Beyond Pushpa 2 and Animal: Rashmika Mandanna Hits All-Time High Paycheck for Her Next Bollywood Biggie!
- byPranay Jain
- 02 Jun, 2026
National Crush Rashmika Mandanna has been on an absolute tear. Following a spectacular streak of box-office juggernauts—including Animal, Pushpa 2: The Rule, and Chhaava—the actress has officially vaulted into Bollywood's highest-paid elite.
While her blockbusters grossed hundreds of crores worldwide, it is her upcoming Hindi film, "Cocktail 2," that has landed her the biggest paycheck of her career so far.
The Massive Fee Jump: From ₹4 Crore to Double Digits
Rashmika's box-office bankability has skyrocketed over the last few years, and her updated remuneration reflects exactly that:
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Animal (2023): For her role as Geetanjali opposite Ranbir Kapoor in the ₹915-crore mega-hit, she was paid ₹4 crore.
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Pushpa 2: For the massive pan-Indian sequel, her fee jumped to an estimated ₹8–10 crore.
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Cocktail 2: According to a report by Telugu360, Rashmika has locked in a staggering ₹12 crore for this project, marking her highest salary to date.
Looking forward, the actress is reportedly demanding over ₹15 crore for her future Bollywood ventures.
Cocktail 2 Star Salaries at a Glance
The highly anticipated film, produced by Maddock Films and directed by Homi Adajania, boasts a powerhouse star cast with massive payouts:
| Actor | Role / Status | Estimated Fee |
| Shahid Kapoor | Lead Actor (Highest Paid) | ₹35 Crore |
| Kriti Sanon | Lead Actress | ₹14 Crore |
| Rashmika Mandanna | Prominent Lead / Glamorous Avatar | ₹12 Crore |
What's Next for Rashmika?
Fans won't have to wait long to see her dynamic new avatar. Cocktail 2 is locked and loaded to hit theatres on June 19th, promising a highly glamorous look for Rashmika. Meanwhile, the unstoppable actress is already busy shooting her next Hindi cinematic venture, titled "Maisa."





