Rupali Ganguly, Shweta Tiwari: These TV actresses are making huge amounts of money with their shows even after turning 40

TV actresses like Rupali Ganguly, Shweta Tiwari among others have broken the notion that actresses who are over 40 years have a shelf life. Not only are they being taken up for big projects and given meaty roles but they are also being paid a handsome amount to do their job. Take a look at some of the highest paid TV actresses who are over 40 yet rule the small screen. (All photos: Instagram)

With her hit TV show Anupamaa, Rupali Ganguly has reportedly become the highest paid TV actress. As per reports, she is paid Rs 4 lakh approx per day for her daily soap. At 44, she is giving stiff competition to her younger colleagues in the industry. The actress, who has featured in popular shows like Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Parvarish, has soared to new heights with her daily soap, Anupamaa, where she is seen as the lead heroine.

When it comes to her professional life, Shweta Tiwari has evolved over the years in terms of her show choices and looks. At 41, there's no stopping the actress. She was reportedly paid Rs 4 lakh per episode of Khatron Ke Khiladi and close to a lakh per day for her part in Mere Dad Ki Dulhan which also featured actor Varun Badola. She continues to be the lead heroine in her shows. Her glam photoshoots certainly add to the worth.

At 43, Urvashi Dholakia refuses to slow down. Just like Shweta Tiwari, she has been making waves on the internet with her photoshoots in which she has been styling herself differently. And now the popular 'Komolika' of Kasautii Zindagii Kay is all set to make her return to the small screen with Naaging. As per reports, the actress is paid between Rs 60 to 75K per day for shoot.

Sangita Ghosh, 45, has done several popular shows on television including Des Mein Nikla Hoga Chand, Kehta Hai Dil Jee Le Zara, Parvarrish - Season 2 and Rishton Ka Chakravyuh. The actress, who was last seen in Divya Drishti in a negative role, is all set to make her return to the small screen with Swaran Ghar. Reportedly, her pay per day is anywhere between Rs 60 to 70k .

Rupal Patel's name is synonymous with the hit TV show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya where she played the role of Kokilaben Modi. She is currently seen in Tera Mera Saath Rahe and again paid handsomely per episode for her role.

Back in the day, Sakshi Tanwar was one of the highest paid TV actresses. She commanded close to Rs 1.25 to 1.50 lakh per day. And why not? With her TV shows, Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki and Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, she created a name for herself and they were a huge success on the small screen.