Richest Bollywood celebrities
India’s film industry is a vibrant tapestry of storytelling, a place where cinematic dreams come to life. Actors have diversified their income streams beyond acting. They engage in endorsements, own production companies, and participate in various business ventures, demonstrating the importance of not relying solely on a single source of income.
1. Shah Rukh Khan-Topping our list as the wealthiest actor in India is none other than the “King of Romance,” Shahrukh Khan.
Financial Highlights:
Net Worth: An impressive $770 Million (approx. Rs. 5727 Crore)
Earnings Per Film: Above Rs. 25 Crores
Endorsement Fee: Between Rs. 80 lakhs to 1 crore
Brand Associations: Dish TV, Kent, Hyundai, Byju’s, BigBasket, Pepsico, Airtel, and more.
Accolades:
Padma Shri (2005)
Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2007)
Légion d’honneur (2014)
2. Amitabh Bachchan-The second position on our list is the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, fondly known as “Big B.”
Financial Highlights:
Net Worth: A staggering $400 million (approx. Rs. 2950 crore)
Earnings Per Film: Over Rs. 6 crores
Endorsement Fee: Above Rs. 5 crore
Brand Associations: Maggi, Cadbury Dairy Milk, FirstCry, Kalyan Jewellers, Gujarat Tourism, Dabur Chyawanprash, Polio Vaccine, and more.
Accolades:
Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2019)
Padma Vibhushan (2015)
Padma Bhushan (2001)
Padma Shri (1984)
3. Hrithik Roshan-Securing the third spot on our list of India’s wealthiest actors for 2024 is the charismatic Hrithik Roshan,
Financial Highlights:
Net Worth: A staggering $370 Million (approx. Rs. 2745 Crore)
Earnings Per Film: Rs. 50 Crore, inclusive of profit-sharing
Endorsement Fee: Between Rs. 1.5-2 Crore
Brand Associations: Nirma, Oppo, Arrow, Paragon, Mountain Dew, Zebronics, Rado, Garena Free Fire, Cure.Fit, HRX, and more.
4. Akshay Kumar-Claiming the fourth spot on our list is the versatile and evergreen Akshay Kumar.
Financial Highlights:
Net Worth: A staggering $340 Million (approx. Rs. 2591 crore)
Earnings Per Film: Over Rs. 25 Crore
Endorsement Fee: Rs. 1 crore
Brand Associations: Honda, Nirma, Policy Bazaar, Livguard Energy, Harpic, Suthol, Lever Ayush, Cardekho, and more.
Accolades:
Padma Shri (2009)
5. Salman Khan-Holding the fifth spot on our list of India’s wealthiest actors is none other than the heartthrob of millions, Salman Khan.
Financial Highlights:
Net Worth: A whopping $310 Million (approx. Rs. 2255 crores)
Earnings Per Film: Between 70 – 75 Crores, plus a share in the profits
Endorsement Fee: Rs. 7 crores per day
Brand Associations: Thums Up, Revital H, Mountain Dew, Britannia Tiger Biscuit, Dixcy Scott, and more.