Vijay Sethupathi's Remuneration For 'Bigg Boss Tamil 8': How Much Is 'Maharaja' Star Getting?

Published: Saturday, October 5, 2024, 16:46 [IST]

Vijay Sethupathi has replaced Kamal Haasan as the host of 'Bigg Boss Tamil 8'. The latter had impressed the viewers with his witty comments and sarcastic remarks during the show.

Now, all eyes are on Sethupathi to see how he will handle the show. His teasers of the show have already won the hearts of the viewers and people can't wait to see him hosting the show.

This isn't Sethupathi's first stint as a host; he previously helmed MasterChef Tamil, which aired on Sony LIV. His appointment comes after weeks of speculation, with names like Simbu, Arvind Swamy, and Prakash Raj rumoured to be in the running for the hosting role. Ultimately, Sethupathi has taken over the mantle from Kamal Haasan.

Vijay Sethupathi's Remuneration

The actor has been paid a bomb to host the show. However, he has got much lesser than what Kamal Haadan was paid to host the previous season.

As per the reports, Kamal Haasan was paid Rs 130 crore while Vijay Sethupathi is being paid Rs 60 crore to host the hit reality show.

The eighth season of the show will take off with a grand launch event on Sunday at 6 pm.

The last season was hit by controversy after Pradeep Antony was abruptly evicted from the show with a red card. A section of viewers demanded that Haasan quit the show.