The long-awaited Season 3 of The Family Man is set to premiere on Prime Video on November 21, 2025, after a four-year hiatus. Manoj Bajpayee returns as Srikant Tiwari, the middle-class hero forced to balance high-stakes secret missions with the challenges of family life. This new season, which takes place in India’s North-East, is set against the backdrop of a pandemic, complicating both personal and professional dynamics for Srikant.
Excitement surrounding the new installment has heightened with the addition of Jaideep Ahlawat and Nimrat Kaur to the cast. Ahlawat will portray the main antagonist, Rukma, while Kaur takes on the role of Meera, an influential businesswoman with ulterior motives. Their casting has sparked considerable discussion, particularly regarding the salaries of the main cast. Reports indicate that Bajpayee remains the highest-paid actor in the series, earning between ₹20 to ₹22 crore. His continued success is a testament to his popularity and the pivotal role he plays in the show’s success.
Jaideep Ahlawat’s portrayal of Rukma has earned him a substantial salary of around ₹9 crore, reflecting the weight of his character in the narrative. Nimrat Kaur’s performance as Meera is also anticipated to be impactful, with earnings ranging from ₹8 to ₹9 crore. Other returning cast members, such as Darshan Kumaar as Major Sameer and Priyamani as Suchitra, reportedly have earnings of ₹7 to ₹8 crore each. Sharib Hashmi, known for his charming role as JK Talpade, is also recognized with a ₹5 crore salary.
Younger cast members have also seen their paychecks increase. Ashlesha Thakur, who plays Srikant’s daughter Dhriti with a more significant character arc this season, is reported to have earned between ₹2 to ₹4 crore. Vedant Sinha, portraying the witty Atharv, has received a salary of between ₹1 and ₹2 crore. Additionally, senior cast members Seema Biswas and Vipin Sharma have each garnered around ₹1 to ₹2 crore for their roles.
As anticipation builds for the series, fans can look forward to both familiar faces and exciting new characters, promising a dynamic season that continues to explore the complexities of life and duty in challenging circumstances.