In a monumental financial milestone, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has officially been declared the World’s Richest Actor, joining the elite billionaire club and surpassing the wealth of global entertainment icons, including pop sensation Taylor Swift and Hollywood veteran Tom Cruise.
The declaration was made following the release of the Hurun India Rich List 2025, which pegged the 59-year-old actor’s net worth at a staggering $1.4 Billion (₹12,490 crore).
This valuation marks the first time a Bollywood actor has crossed the billion-dollar threshold in an official wealth list.
According to the Hurun report, Khan’s substantial wealth places him ahead of several top-ranking international celebrities:
| Celebrity | Estimated Net Worth | Primary Field |
| Shah Rukh Khan | $1.4 Billion | Actor/Entrepreneur |
| Taylor Swift | $\approx$1.3 Billion | Musician |
| Tom Cruise | $\approx$850–900 Million | Actor/Producer |
| Arnold Schwarzenegger | $\approx$1.2 Billion | Actor/Businessman |
While Shah Rukh Khan’s decades-long acting career and recent blockbuster hits like Pathaan and Jawan contribute significantly, his immense fortune is largely driven by his astute business portfolio:
- Red Chillies Entertainment: The actor’s production house and highly successful VFX studio, which co-produced his biggest hits, is the largest contributor to his net worth.
- Knight Riders Sports: His majority ownership stake in the lucrative IPL cricket team, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and other global cricket franchises.
- Real Estate: Extensive luxury property holdings across India (including his iconic Mumbai residence, Mannat) and major global metropolitan areas like Dubai and London.
Industry experts are hailing this achievement as a testament to the growing global financial power and influence of Indian cinema and its top stars. Khan has held the title of India’s richest actor for several years, but his latest surge in net worth has firmly established him as the wealthiest actor globally.
