Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, widely celebrated as the King of Bollywood, has achieved a new milestone in his illustrious career by making his debut on the 2024 Hurun India Rich List. At 58, Khan’s estimated net worth has soared to an impressive Rs 7,300 crore.
Khan’s entry into the prestigious list is largely due to his savvy investments in multiple ventures, most notably the Kolkata Knight Riders cricket team and his production company, Red Chillies Entertainment. These strategic investments have significantly contributed to his growing wealth. In addition to his financial success, Shah Rukh Khan holds the unique distinction of being the most followed individual on the Rich List, boasting a staggering 44.1 million followers on Twitter. This massive social media presence surpasses that of all other billionaires and celebrities on the list, further cementing his status as a global icon.
Khan’s journey to financial success has been filled with challenges. Juhi Chawla, his frequent co-star, and co-owner of the Kolkata Knight Riders, reminisced about a time when Khan faced such severe financial difficulties that he had to part with his car due to unpaid EMIs.On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan is gearing up for the much-anticipated film Tiger vs Pathaan, where he will reunite with Salman Khan for a full-fledged collaboration since their blockbuster hit Karan Arjun. Although an official announcement is still pending, fans are eagerly awaiting the onscreen clash of these two legendary superstars. Additionally, SRK has Sujoy Ghosh’s King in the pipeline, which is rumored to star his daughter Suhana Khan and Abhishek Bachchan as the antagonist.