Shah Rukh Khan Becomes Bollywood’s Richest: How Much is His Wealth?

Shah Rukh Khan, the legendary Bollywood superstar, enjoys immense popularity not only in India but across the globe. After a hiatus of a few years, he returned to the big screen in 2023 and made history once again. He delivered three blockbuster hits that year, surprising audiences with Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki. All three movies created a storm at the box office, with Shah Rukh Khan playing the lead in each.

Beyond his movies, Shah Rukh's Mumbai home, Mannat, is a famous landmark. Every day, thousands of fans gather outside his house, hoping to catch a glimpse of their favorite star.

Shah Rukh Khan in the Hurun India Rich List:

In addition to his film career, Shah Rukh is the owner of the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders. He is considered one of the wealthiest figures in the entertainment industry. This year, he made it to the Hurun India Rich List, joining the ranks of industrialists like Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, which is a major accomplishment for someone from the entertainment world.

Shah Rukh's Wealth:

According to NDTV, Shah Rukh Khan’s net worth now stands at ₹7,300 crore. His production company, Red Chillies Entertainment, and his ownership of the Kolkata Knight Riders IPL team have significantly contributed to his fortune.

Several other figures from the entertainment industry also made it to the list. Shah Rukh’s friend and co-owner of Kolkata Knight Riders, Juhi Chawla, is in second place in the entertainment category with a wealth of ₹4,600 crore. Hrithik Roshan comes in third with ₹2,000 crore, largely thanks to his athleisure brand, HRX.

Amitabh Bachchan and his family's combined wealth of ₹1,600 crore places them fourth, while Karan Johar is in fifth place with ₹1,400 crore, mainly from his production company, Dharma Productions.

The 2024 Hurun India Rich List includes 1,539 individuals, all with a net worth of more than ₹1,000 crore.

Shah Rukh Khan is set to appear next in the film King, alongside his daughter Suhana Khan, with reports suggesting that Abhishek Bachchan will play the role of the antagonist.