Salman Khan opens up on being paid Rs 11 crore per episode for 'Bigg Boss 11'

Salman Khan opens up on being paid Rs 11 crore per episode for 'Bigg Boss 11'

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and Bigg Boss' association goes a long way. It was in 'Bigg Boss' season 4 that the actor took over as the show's host, and became one of the most-loved hosts. Every year, with the arrival of the show's new season, reports about Salman Khan charging or receiving a particular amount starts doing the rounds. This year too, according to reports, the star is being paid a handsome amount of Rs 11 crore for each episode of the 11th season.

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On Tuesday, at the press conference of 'Bigg Boss 11', Salman Khan was questioned to confirm the authenticity of this report and was asked if the news was true. To which, the actor gave a response in his own unique style and begged Raj Nayak, CEO of Colors TV, pleading, "De do sir. (Please give me sir)." To which, the CEO smartly said, "Salman Khan doesn't come so cheap."

Well, the actor didn't agree to these reports floating around, but neither denied it. Rather Raj Nayak made it clear that one needs a hefty amount to sign Salman Khan on board.

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When asked Salman Khan that every year he claims of not doing the show's upcoming season and still shows up as its host, he asserted, "I always say I don't want to do Bigg Boss. But Colors surround me and convince me because without me they won't get TRP. I started with season 4 or 5, and now 11, let's see how many more seasons I can do."

'Bigg Boss 11' kickstarts on October 1.

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