₹76 lakh from one reel! Orry opens up on his income and says: ‘For ₹15-25 lakhs, you can buy me for…’

Not long ago, internet fame was often seen as something that brought attention, followers, and brand collaborations. Today, it has become a business of its own. The latest conversation around this came after Orry opened up about how he earns money, what people hire him for, and the surprising amount he says he made from a single social media deal.Speaking on the Learn by KK Create podcast with Kavya Karnatac, the social media personality gave a rare look into the commercial side of his popularity. From paid appearances to brand collaborations, Orry spoke candidly about the opportunities that come with being one of the internet's most recognizable faces.

The ₹76 lakh revelation

One of the biggest talking points from the conversation was Orry's claim about a recent social media collaboration.Sharing details about his earnings, he said, “Last month I made ₹76 lakhs on just one deal, like one reel.”The statement quickly caught attention online and became one of the most discussed moments from the podcast.

What are Orry's ‘paid friendships’?

When asked about his income sources, Orry said social media deals are only one part of the picture.“I make my most money from events and paid friendships,” he said.Explaining what that means, Orry shared that people can book him for different occasions, including birthdays, weddings, lunches, and dinners.

According to him, clients are paying for the experience of having him attend their events and spend time with guests.Describing it in his own words, he said, “(For) ₹15 to ₹25 lakhs, you can buy me for lunch, you can buy me for dinner, I'll come to your wedding, I'll come to your birthday, and I'll give a speech as if we're childhood friends. I'll hang out with you, have shots with your parents, and touch everyone you want. It's an experience you can buy.”

‘Only two poses are famous’

The conversation also touched on the popularity of Orry's signature pose, which has become widely associated with him on social media.Speaking about it, he said, “Hindustan mein sirf do logon ke poses famous hain: Shah Rukh Khan and Orry. So I really love that I’ve reached that status.”

His parents still manage his money

Apart from discussing his earnings, Orry also revealed who takes care of his finances.When asked who manages his money, he replied, “My mom and my dad.”When the host followed up by asking whether they still handle it, Orry responded, “I’m never going to grow out of that.”

Internet reacts to Orry's comments

One user wrote, “As a person, you may hate him, but he is a next-level personal branding case study. He has created a brand of himself; hate it, or like it, he has a legit following out of nothing. I would really love to listen to how he created this out of thin air!”Another commented, “Insane! Some people in corporate jobs earn less in a year than Orry makes from one paid event.”A third user wrote, “I don't care what people think, but he knows how to do business.”Disclaimer: This article is based on statements made during a podcast interview and reflects claims made by the individual concerned. The figures and opinions mentioned have not been independently verified. Thumb image: Instagram/@orry