Zaheer Darbar – Entertainmen Editor
Shah Rukh Khan Becomes a Billionaire, Surpasses Taylor Swift and Tom Cruise with $1.4 Billion Net Worth:Shah Rukh Khan is officially a billionaire. After ruling Bollywood for over three decades, the superstar now commands a net worth of $1.4 billion (₹12,490 crore), according to the Hurun India Rich List 2025, released on October 1.
Shah Rukh Khan Tops Global Celebrity Rich List
The “Badshah of Bollywood” not only retains his crown as India’s richest actor but also surpasses several global icons. With this milestone, Shah Rukh Khan is now richer than Taylor Swift ($1.3 billion), Arnold Schwarzenegger ($1.2 billion), Jerry Seinfeld ($1.2 billion), and Selena Gomez ($720 million).
Importantly, Shah Rukh Khan’s rise highlights the growing influence of Indian cinema on the global stage. His success story also underscores how entertainment, investments, and entrepreneurship can combine to create generational wealth.
Billionaire for the First Time
The Hurun report proudly stated: “Bollywood’s Badshah, Shah Rukh Khan (59), joins the billionaire club for the first time with a wealth of INR 12,490 crore.” This makes him not only the wealthiest Indian actor but also arguably the richest actor in the world.
Just last year, Shah Rukh Khan’s net worth was estimated at $870 million. Therefore, the jump to $1.4 billion marks a staggering 60% increase in his wealth in just one year.
Wealth Gap Widens in Bollywood
The report also shows how far ahead Shah Rukh is compared to his contemporaries. His long-time business partner Juhi Chawla and her family follow with a net worth of ₹7,790 crore, while Hrithik Roshan ranks third with ₹2,160 crore. Other celebrities on the list include Karan Johar (₹1,880 crore) and Amitabh Bachchan (₹1,630 crore).
This widening gap demonstrates Shah Rukh Khan’s dominance not just as an actor but also as a sharp businessman.
Behind Shah Rukh Khan’s Billion-Dollar Empire
Shah Rukh’s fortune does not rely solely on films. His wealth stems from a diverse investment portfolio:
- Red Chillies Entertainment & VFX Studio – a production powerhouse shaping Indian cinema.
- Franchise Ownership in Cricket Leagues – including teams in India and abroad.
- Real Estate Holdings – luxury properties in Mumbai, Dubai, and London.
- Brand Endorsements – global deals with luxury, tech, and lifestyle brands.
These investments have made him a global entrepreneur as much as an entertainer.
The World’s Richest Actor
With this historic achievement, Shah Rukh Khan secures his place as a global cultural icon and billionaire businessman. His journey from Delhi theatre stages to global cinema screens now represents not only artistic success but also financial brilliance.
In the words of his fans, Shah Rukh Khan is truly the “King Khan” – both of Bollywood and now the billionaire club.
