The salaries of Bigg Boss 19 contestants have always been a hot topic of discussion. This season too, the fees paid to actors and influencers have grabbed the audience’s attention. Fans are especially curious to know how much wildcard entrants like Shehbaz Badesha and Malti Chahar are earning per week. Let’s take a look at the complete weekly salary list of all contestants, including detailed insights on Shehbaz and Malti.
Bigg Boss 19: Weekly Salary List of Contestants
| Contestant | Weekly Salary (₹) |
|---|---|
| Gaurav Khanna | ₹17.5 lakh |
| Amaal Mallik | ₹8.75 lakh |
| Nagma Mirajkar | ₹5–8 lakh (evicted) |
| Ashnoor Kaur | ₹6 lakh |
| Awez Darbar | ₹6 lakh |
| Abhishek Bajaj | ₹3–6 lakh |
| Baseer Ali | ₹3–6 lakh |
| Tanya Mittal | ₹3–6 lakh |
| Mridul Tiwari | ₹4–6 lakh |
| Zeeshan Qadri | ₹2–5 lakh |
| Kunicka Sadanand | ₹2–4 lakh |
| Farhana Bhatt | ₹2–4 lakh |
| Nehal | ₹2–3 lakh |
| Neelam Giri | ₹1–2 lakh |
| Pranit More | ₹2–3 lakh |
| Shehbaz Badesha | ₹1.5 lakh |
| Malti Chahar | ₹1–2 lakh (estimated) |
Shehbaz Badesha’s Salary and Details
- Shehbaz Badesha is reportedly earning around ₹1.5 lakh per week on Bigg Boss 19.
- He entered the show as a wildcard contestant and is already known for his strong social media presence and YouTube content.
- Apart from the show, Shehbaz also earns through brand collaborations and digital promotions.
- His net worth is estimated to be ₹1–1.5 crore in 2025.
Malti Chahar’s Salary and Details
- Malti Chahar, the sister of Indian cricketer Deepak Chahar, joined Bigg Boss 19 as a wildcard contestant.
- According to media reports, her weekly salary is estimated between ₹1–2 lakh, though the exact figure has not been officially confirmed.
- Her net worth is approximately ₹2–3 crore, which includes earnings from acting, modelling, and brand endorsements.
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Other Popular Contestants
- Gaurav Khanna is currently the highest-paid contestant of the season, earning ₹17.5 lakh per week.
- Amaal Mallik, the popular music composer, reportedly earns ₹8.75 lakh weekly.
- Neelam Giri and Pranit More are among the lowest-paid contestants this season.
The payment structure of Bigg Boss 19 depends on each contestant’s popularity, career achievements, and social media influence. Wildcard contestants like Shehbaz Badesha and Malti Chahar are paid based on their fan following and the potential TRP boost they bring to the show. Both have successfully captured the audience’s interest, making them key highlights of this season’s lineup.
