Ukrainian Actor Reveals Record-Breaking Netflix Payday: €2,500 Per Day.

Oleksandr Rudynskyi and the International Project 'The Decameron'

According to TSN.ua: Ukrainian stage and screen actor Oleksandr Rudynskyi has disclosed his highest-ever daily filming rate, earned for his work on the Netflix international series 'The Decameron.' The fee, which exceeds 127,000 Ukrainian hryvnias, amounts to €2,500 for a single day of shooting. This revelation offers a rare glimpse into the earning potential for Ukrainian talent in major global productions.

The series 'The Decameron' is based on the famous 14th-century story collection of the same name by Giovanni Boccaccio. The project premiered in 2024. Rudynskyi, a BAFTA award winner for his leading role in the film 'Rock, Paper, Scissors,' showcased his professional caliber within this high-profile international venture.

'For a shooting day, it was €2,500. That was for 'The Decameron'.' Oleksandr Rudynskyi

Rudynskyi continues to work actively on the international stage, highlighting the growing demand for Ukrainian actors within the global film industry.

Prospects for Ukrainian Actors

Information about the fees Ukrainian actors command for international projects like 'The Decameron' points to their rising competitiveness worldwide. This trend can foster greater cultural exchange and increase demand for Ukrainian talent in cinema, which in turn positively impacts the development of the national film industry.

The growing international interest may also unlock new opportunities for collaboration with global producers and studios, further integrating Ukrainian artists into the mainstream cinematic landscape.