Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Allu Arjun and other South Indian superstars took THIS much salary in their first-ever jobs

The stunning and versatile Samantha reportedly received her very first income of Rs 500 while she was still in the 10th grade. She shared that she earned the amount after working an eight-hour shift as a hotel hostess for just one day.

Now among India’s highest-paid actors, Kamal Haasan reportedly began his journey in the film industry with a paycheck of Rs 500. He earned this amount for his role as a child artist in Kalathoor Kannamma (1960), a performance that also won him the prestigious President’s Gold Medal.

One of the most popular actors in India today, Allu Arjun reportedly earned Rs 3,500 from his very first job as an intern. Long before his Pushpa fame, this marked the beginning of his professional journey.

Mohanlal, a legendary figure in Malayalam cinema, reportedly made Rs 2,000 for his debut film Manjil Virinja Pookkal. According to Malika C Devi, the film’s accountant, the actor accepted the payment graciously and even donated it to St. Antony’s orphanage.

Acclaimed actor Suriya reportedly received just Rs 740 for his very first job. However, he has often expressed that this modest amount holds a special place in his heart, even more than his current earnings.