Thalapathy Vijay Beats Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan To Become India's 2nd Biggest Celebrity Tax Payer


Mohul Ghosh

Mohul Ghosh

Sep 06, 2024


In 2024, Shah Rukh Khan emerged as the highest taxpayer among Indian celebrities, according to a report by Fortune India. The Bollywood superstar paid a whopping Rs 92 crore in taxes, followed by Tamil actor Vijay who paid Rs 80 crore. Other top earners like Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Virat Kohli also made the list with significant contributions.

Thalapathy Vijay Beats Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan To Become India's 2nd Biggest Celebrity Tax Payer

Shah Rukh Khan: Leading the Pack of Top Taxpayers

Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as the “King of Bollywood,” was named the highest taxpayer among Indian celebrities in the fiscal year 2024. With a staggering tax payment of Rs 92 crore, SRK leads the list by a considerable margin, further solidifying his position as one of the country’s top earners. His wealth, estimated at Rs 7,300 crore according to the Hurun India Rich List, comes from multiple ventures including his production house Red Chillies Entertainment and the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders.

Other Top Celebrities on the List

Following closely behind Shah Rukh is Tamil superstar Thalapathy Vijay, who paid Rs 80 crore in taxes. Salman Khan, another Bollywood heavyweight, paid Rs 75 crore. Amitabh Bachchan, an enduring icon in Indian cinema, contributed Rs 71 crore in taxes. Other Bollywood stars like Ajay Devgn, Ranbir Kapoor, and Hrithik Roshan also made significant contributions, along with television comedian Kapil Sharma and actors Kareena Kapoor and Shahid Kapoor.

Cricketers Also Make the List

Apart from film stars, Indian cricketers also featured prominently on the list of top taxpayers. Former Indian captain Virat Kohli paid Rs 66 crore, making him the highest taxpayer among cricketers. MS Dhoni followed with a tax payment of Rs 38 crore, while cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly paid Rs 28 crore and Rs 23 crore, respectively.

Shah Rukh Khan’s Financial Success

In addition to topping the taxpayer list, Shah Rukh Khan remains a prominent figure on the Forbes highest-paid actors’ list. After taking a brief hiatus, SRK made a successful comeback in 2023 with three major film releases, boosting his income further. His production ventures and sporting investments continue to be significant contributors to his wealth.

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