Outlook Business Desk
Shah Rukh Khan, known as the “King of Bollywood,” has made a big impact on the global entertainment world. In a career of over 30 years, he has wowed audiences with his acting and built a strong name in business and charity.
Born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, Shah Rukh Khan began his acting career with television shows like “Fauji” and “Circus.” His Bollywood debut came with “Deewana” in 1992. His contributions to cinema and society have been recognised with numerous awards, including the Padma Shri.
As of 2025, Shah Rukh Khan’s estimated net worth stands at approximately $876.5mn, positioning him as the wealthiest actor in India and the fourth richest globally. This wealth accumulation is attributed to his successful film career, production ventures and strategic business investments.
Shah Rukh Khan co-founded Red Chillies Entertainment with his wife Gauri Khan. In FY23, the production house reported a revenue of Rs 300 crore as reported by Indian Express.
His Mumbai home, Mannat, is worth Rs 200 crore, while he owns a Rs 100 crore villa in London and a Dubai property named ‘Jannat.’ His fleet includes a Rs 7 crore Rolls-Royce, a Bentley Continental GT, and a $61.5mn Gulfstream G550 jet.
Shah Rukh Khan co-owns the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), which has won multiple titles under his leadership. With a brand value of Rs 600 crore, KKR ranks among the league’s most valuable franchises.
Shah Rukh Khan has invested in several businesses beyond films. He owns 26% of KidZania India, a fun and educational theme park. His family office has also backed a media-tech startup called Mythik, which raised $15mn. In real estate, he supports Sri Lotus Developers, a company planning a Rs 792 crore IPO.
In May 2025, Shah Rukh Khan made a memorable debut at the Met Gala, donning a custom all-black ensemble by designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee. The outfit featured a silk shirt, tailored tailcoat, high-waisted trousers and a pleated satin kamarbandh, complemented by a diamond-studded ‘K’ pendant and a jeweled cane.
Shah Rukh Khan is set to star with his daughter Suhana Khan in a new action film called King, directed by Siddharth Anand. The movie also includes Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan and Deepika Padukone. Filming starts in June 2025, and it’s set to release around October 2, 2026.