Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan has created history by officially joining the exclusive billionaire club, solidifying his position as the world's richest actor according to the prestigious Hurun India Rich List 2025. The report, released on October 1st, values the actor's staggering wealth at ₹12,490 crore (approximately $1.4 billion), marking the first time the King Khan has achieved the billionaire status on the Hurun list. This colossal financial milestone underscores his unparalleled success not just as a cinematic icon but as a formidable global business magnate.
SRK's Billionaire Net Worth: The Business Empire Explained
Shah Rukh Khan's monumental $1.4 billion net worth is not merely a product of his acting fees; it's a testament to his diversified and shrewd business portfolio. The biggest contributor to his wealth is his production and VFX house, Red Chillies Entertainment. Founded in 2002, the company has produced numerous Bollywood blockbuster movies and successfully branched into visual effects, making it a powerful wealth engine.
- Diversified Investments: Beyond the film industry, a significant portion of his fortune comes from his stake in the Knight Riders Sports franchise, including the highly successful IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
- Global Real Estate Portfolio: His opulence is further reflected in his vast luxury real estate holdings across the globe, including his iconic Mumbai residence Mannat (valued at around ₹200 crore), as well as properties in London, Beverly Hills, and Dubai.
SRK Tops India's Richest Celebrities, Widening the Wealth Gap
The Hurun India Rich List 2025 cements Shah Rukh Khan's status as the richest Bollywood star, putting a significant financial distance between him and his industry peers. The list clearly demonstrates how SRK's strategic entrepreneurial ventures have propelled him far ahead of other top actors and filmmakers.
- Top 5 Bollywood Icons by Wealth (Hurun 2025): Following Shah Rukh Khan's lead is his business partner Juhi Chawla & family at ₹7,790 crore (primarily from Knight Riders Sports), followed by Hrithik Roshan (₹2,160 crore via his brand HRX), Karan Johar (₹1,880 crore), and Amitabh Bachchan & family (₹1,630 crore). Shah Rukh Khan's wealth alone is more than the combined net worth of the next three celebrities on the list.
- World's Richest Actor Title: The $1.4 billion valuation arguably makes him the richest actor in the world whose primary income is derived from cinema and related business ventures, placing him in the same wealth bracket as international figures like Rihanna and Tiger Woods.
This historic achievement follows a remarkable career resurgence for the 59-year-old superstar, who also recently clinched a National Award for his performance in the blockbuster film Jawan. The combination of cinematic success and a powerful, diversified business model ensures Shah Rukh Khan remains a dominant figure in both global entertainment and finance.