Bollywood, the home of Indian cinema, is not only known for its colourful storytelling, musical embellishments and melodrama, but for forming some of the biggest and wealthiest artists in the entertainment world. It is 2025 and the film industry is evolving with the fusion of traditional cinema, digital platforms, and international collaboration. The financial value of bollywood's stars have never been higher. These days with films streamed all over the world and not just limited to theatres, actors today are more than just actors - they are brands. They represent global products, own production houses, start their own businesses, and ultimately charge exorbitant fees per picture and appearance. From box office champions to OTT record breakers, these Bollywood superstars have all made empires from their craft and space. The list of the Top 10 Richest Actors of Bollywood in 2025 considers their making money from films, endorsement deals, and brand deals, business ventures, investments, and an entirely different stream of revenue. While there are still legacy names like Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan at the top with their superior brand value with longevity, we now find new names and afresh investors such as Akshay Kumar and Hrithik Roshan in the best way possible judging by their smart business investments. Additionally, the continued visibility of Bollywood celebrities opening up internationally obviously also leads to significant increases in growth of actor's net worth. Throughout this list, you will find out who is leading this year, who has risen the most, and you will see how the earning potential of being a star in Bollywood is changing quickly. Whether you are a movie lover, business fan, or just anyone interested in celebrities, there is a lot of interesting insight to the updated 2025 list of the glitzy - and lucrative - world of Bollywood's biggest stars.
10. Ranveer Singh (245 crore):
By 2025, Ranveer Singh has quickly established himself as one of the most versatile and one of the highest paid actors in Bollywood. With his high-octane character portrayals, on and off screen resemblance of a high energy jack-in-the-box, audacious style and celebrity personality, Ranveer Singh has successfully established an unmistakable identity in the film and entertainment industry. He has provided audiences both commercially and critically not only some of Bollywood's biggest box office hits, but he has also achieved staggering amounts for his work, endorsements and brand endorsements. Ranveer Singh is also very dynamic in exploring and investing in a variety of business trade. He continues to add to his wealth both in the production of film and as a lifestyle brand, by expanding his growing wealth beyond the silver screen. Singh's social uniqueness and the duty of providing a relatable yet approachable identity to a large population also makes him marketable and sought after to a variety of audiences globally. The mixture of successful and aspirational film and entertainment identities, we can definitely suggest that Singh is not only a superstar actor image, but also one of the wealthiest and most influential figures in contemporary Bollywood.
9. Ranbir Kapoor (598 crore):
Ranbir Kapoor has undoubtedly established himself as a dominant player by 2025 as one of the highest-earning actors of his generation in Bollywood. Ranbir is an immensely talented performer with natural acting abilities that are perfectly suited for different kinds of roles; he has also delivered many critically and commercially well-received films over his brief career. Ranbir comes from a troubled lineage as he belongs to the prestigious Kapoor family, and he is benefiting from the environment provided by that legacy; though he has certainly made his own impact in choosing the role he has portrayed so far. Ranbir makes a large contribution to his income by not just performing only for the screen in film, and he is also actively endorsing brands (to the tune of approximately $50 crore) as well as moving forward with film production ventures. He is exponentially growing in popularity, not just in India, but also internationally, and is garnering a stronger fan base which can only help him to increase his net worth confidently.
8. Amitabh Bachchan (1,600 crore):
Amitabh Bachchan is a legend of Indian cinema and remains a major figure in Bollywood in 2025. He has had an illustrious career that, for over fifty years, continues to feature him in hundreds of films, on television, and in digital media. In addition to acting, he also hosts one of the world's largest quiz shows, Kaun Banega Crorepati, which is also a substantial source of income for him. He regularly endorses various major brands, has invested in tech start-ups, real estate, and entertainment. Bachchan is still powerful and relevant despite age, and his tremendous work ethic allows him to be very different from others. With a combination of legacy, flexibility, and financial cunning, Amitabh Bachchan continues to enjoy his position among the richest and most respected figures in Bollywood history.
7. Saif Ali Khan (1,860 crore):
Coming from the famed Pataudi family, Saif Ali Khan has established himself in Bollywood with a blend of commercial hits and acclaimed performances. He is still considered amongst the richest actors in the industry even in 2025. His earnings come from films, web series, brand endorsements, and inherited wealth. Saif has also started producing with Illuminati Films, having backed several films recently. He has begun investing in large scale real estate such as his ancestral palace that was also transformed into a five-star hotel, and he also has properties in Mumbai and around the world with many overseas investments. With more than 30 years of career , versatile roles, and a royal lineage, Saif can still command respect and money in the rapidly changing industry of Bollywood.
6. Aamir Khan (1,900 crore):
Aamir Khan, who is called "Mr. Perfectionist" in Bollywood, is one of the wealthiest and most esteemed actors in 2025 as well. Aamir is known for selective films as he chooses quality over quantity as he is usually in engaging, thought-provoking commercially viable films. His films crush box office records in India and across the world, particularly, China which increases his overall earnings exponentially. Aamir runs his own production house, Aamir Khan Productions, which has funded many critically acclaimed projects. Aamir may not be in the limelight away from the screen, but his power and stature are immense in both creative and business communities. Aamir's wealth continued in 2025 through not just various investments but Aamir's partnerships with brands, but also the legacy of delivering powerful cinema that makes a social impact.
5.Akshay Kumar (2,500 crore):
Akshay Kumar, who has long been dubbed Bollywood’s “Khiladi”, is still, as of 2025, one of the highest-paid and richest actors in the industry. Known for his strong work ethic and versatility, he is able to consistently act in multiple successful films each year and across genres, such as comedy and action thrillers. In addition to his success at the box office and public popularity, Akshay commands a good amount of money from brand endorsements, fitness businesses, and film production through his company Cape of Good Films, as well as investment portfolios that include real estate in both India and abroad, as well as shares in startups. Akshay, who has amassed a dedicated following both in India and abroad, is investment savvy so his wealth is also likely to keep growing at a rapid pace. Plus, he has the ability to combine commercial cinema with messages of social relevance which makes him incredibly valuable as a box-office brand, and a respected and valuable brand by himself.
4. Salman Khan (2,900 crore):
A megastar with a tremendous fandom across the world, Salman Khan is still very much in 2025, one of the richest and most powerful actors in Bollywood. Salman Khan is credited with the number of blockbuster films and his crazy fun larger than life entertaining nature, has always been a big box office player making tons of money. In addition to acting, Khan runs the successful production company called Salman Khan Films, and he has been the host of Bigg Boss, one of the most popular series in India, adding to his portfolio of revenue potential. He possesses a range of clothing and accessories under his Being Human brand, as well as a philanthropic association. Khan also owns valuable real estate and has several big brands endorsed. The combination of superstardom negotiating the entertainment medium further bridge for Khan's brand and subsequent philanthropy along with the volume of business conducted, maintains Khan's stature among Bollywood's wealthiest and best-known icons.
3. Hrithik Roshan (3,100 Crore):
In 2025, Hrithik Roshan is one of Bollywood's highest-grossing and wealthiest stars, well known for his beautiful looks, outstanding skills and capabilities, and perhaps the best dancer in Bollywood cinema. Hrithik has had a successful career with some of the most critically acclaimed films around the world and box office success. Hrithik continues to retain his fan base through individual generations. In addition to acting, Hrithik is a smart businessman with a popular fitness brand that's called HRX, which he co-founded. HRX has also extended into apparel, tech and wellness. He gets high fees to act in and endorse films and many top national and international brands partner with him. Based on his lifestyle as a very disciplined person, along with his strategic career decisions and business pursuits, he is one of the wealthiest people, on paper, who has ever worked in Bollywood history, and has further advanced his career beyond just being a star and amongst the greatest strategists in Bollywood history.
2. Ajay Devgn (3,850 crore):
An unstoppable juggernaut and one of Bollywood's most unpredictable actors, Ajay Devgn remains an unparalleled performer in 2025 - on-screen and off. An actor well known, playing intense, action-filled roles, Devgn has created an enviable career spanning over three decades. Outside of acting, he has also directed and produced, through his production company, Ajay Devgn FFilms, on which he has many significant projects. Ajay has amassed great wealth through many avenues, including multiplex chains, VFX studios, and more. Additionally, Ajay receives significant sums to endorse products as well as appear at events. With consistency at the box office and wise entrepreneurial decisions, Ajay has moved up the ranks and has made significant financial decisions to become one of the richest Bollywood stars through efforts displaying his talent and management skills.
1. Shah Rukh Khan (7,500 crore):
Commonly referred to as the "King of Bollywood," there is no indication that Shah Rukh Khan will stop being the richest and most influential actor in India in 2025. After over three decades of achievement in cinema (he has starred in so many blockbuster films it's silly!), he didn't just build a career as an actor, he built an empire with his production company, Red Chillies Entertainment, and his part-ownership of the Kolkata Knight Riders IPL franchise. He has improved his net worth by investing beyond films into various figures & business with movies & land, celebrities globally endorsements, and brands. Even with the dominance of OTT, Shah Rukh continues to get massive attention as a global star. Being a true star is generational. His finance & recent revenues show his leadership is his spot on the top of this list is certain.
