Bigg Boss 19: Who is the highest-paid contestant - Gaurav Khanna or Amaal Mallik? How much is he earning per week?

Salman Khan is back with his swag as the host of the much-loved reality show Bigg Boss 19. This season features contestants from various fields, including actors Gaurav Khanna and Abhishek Bajaj, music composer Amaal Mallik, digital creator Awez Darbar, actress Ashnoor Kaur, entrepreneur Tanya Mittal, and veteran actress Kunickaa Sadanand. Though it’s been less than two weeks since the show premiered, the contestants have already created a massive buzz online. And now, reports of their earnings inside the house are taking the internet by storm.

Who is the highest-paid contestant of Bigg Boss 19?

Topping the list this season is Anupamaa star Gaurav Khanna, who is reportedly taking home a whopping Rs 17.5 lakhs per week, amounting to Rs 2.5 lakhs per day, according to Screen report. His paycheck not only makes him the highest-paid contestant of the season but also places him among the top six highest-paid celebrities in Bigg Boss history.

Following closely behind is music composer Amaal Mallik, who is said to be earning around Rs 8.75 lakhs per week. This makes him one of the top three highest earners in the Bigg Boss 19 house.


Actress Ashnoor Kaur and choreographer Awez Darbar are reportedly making Rs 6 lakhs per week each. On the other end of the spectrum, relatively lesser-known contestants Pranit More and Mridul Tiwari are believed to be drawing the lowest fees this season.

Historically, the highest paycheck in Bigg Boss history still belongs to international icon Pamela Anderson, who was paid Rs 2.5 crores for a brief three-day appearance. Actor Karanveer Bohra, meanwhile, had earned Rs 20 lakhs per week during his time on Bigg Boss 12.

What's happened in Bigg Boss 19?

In typical Bigg Boss fashion, the drama has already started brewing. One major incident saw Baseer Ali throw Farrhana Bhatt’s mattress into the swimming pool during a heated altercation. In the tasks department, Kunickaa Sadanand lost her immunity after being disqualified from the captaincy challenge, while Ashnoor Kaur gained an early advantage.


To top it off, the first Weekend Ka Vaar episode surprised everyone when Salman Khan announced no eliminations for the week. The season is only just beginning, and with such a fiery start, viewers can expect plenty more drama and twists. Stay tuned!