07.04.2026 13:44
In the Turkish television series industry, increasing budgets have also reflected in the earnings of actors. According to claims circulating in the industry for the 2026 season, some actors are receiving fees exceeding 4 million TL per episode. Here are those names that stand out with their earnings…
In recent years, the increase in the overseas sales of Turkish series and the rise in investments in digital platforms have led to a significant increase in actor fees. Especially for actors who are part of high-rating projects and have a large fan base, their per-episode fees have reached millions of TL.
AT THE TOP ARE KIVANÇ TATLITUĞ AND KENAN İMİRZALIOĞLU
According to the figures discussed in industry circles, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ and Kenan İmirzalıoğlu are at the top of the list. It is claimed that both actors earn approximately 4 million TL and above per episode, depending on their projects. Çağatay Ulusoy is also among the top ranks of the list.
YOUNG ACTORS ARE ALSO IN THE TOP LEAGUE
Recently, Afra Saraçoğlu and Mert Ramazan Demir, who gained popularity with hit series, are also highlighted among the names with notable per-episode earnings. Among female actors, Demet Özdemir and Hande Erçel are also mentioned for their high fees.
Here are the top 10 highest-earning actors (according to claims)
1- Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ : 4,000,000 – 4,500,000 TL
2- Kenan İmirzalıoğlu: 4,000,000 TL
3- Çağatay Ulusoy : 3,000,000 – 3,500,000 TL
4- Afra Saraçoğlu : 2,500,000 TL
5- Mert Ramazan Demir : 2,500,000 TL
6- Demet Özdemir : 2,000,000 TL
7- Hande Erçel : 1,750,000 TL
8- Ozan Akbaba : 1,500,000 TL
9- Akın Akınözü : 1,500,000 TL
10- Sinem Ünsal : 1,000,000 TL
The figures are based on industry gossip claims.