Shah Rukh Khan Net Worth

Shah Rukh Khan is likely the wealthiest actor in the whole world. As of 2022, Shah Rukh net worth is estimated to be a whopping $750 million. Mostly known for his SRK initialism, Shah Rukh Khan is an Indian actor, film producer, and television personality. 

The Indian cinema knows him as King Khan for being featured in Bollywood box office hits. Khan’s net worth is the talk of the town, and with good reason. Let’s dive into some more interesting details about what makes the legendary Shah Rukh Khan’s life and net worth talking about. 

Shah Rukh Khan Early Life

Shah Rukh Khan was born in New Delhi, India on 2 November 1965. His first five years were spent with his grandfather, who was an engineer at the Mangalore port. His father was an Indian activist who was affiliated with the Indian National Congress (INC). Khan’s mother was also a daughter of an engineer. 

Shah Rukh Khan grew up in a middle-class family in New Delhi. His father had a restaurant and a string of business ventures. He attended St. Columba’s School, where he was exceptional at sports. Initially, SRK wanted to pursue a career in sports. But, a shoulder injury changed his plans. Instead, he opted to perform in stage plays. After school, Shah Rukh Khan enrolled at Hansraj College for a degree in economics. While Shah Rukh Khan was studying for his Master’s degree, he left to pursue an acting career. As an Indian actor, he preferred the name SRK as his stage name. In 1991, Shah Rukh Khan married his wife Gauri and they have three children together. 

Shah Rukh Khan Acting Career 

Shah Rukh Khan’s debut on the big screen was with a television series. Roles that followed after that led him to be compared to his childhood inspiration, Dilip Kumar. After that, he decided to try his luck as a  Bollywood actor. His film debut was Deewana, which was a hit that launched his Bollywood career. A number of roles soon followed Shah Rukh Khan as he evolved in his career. He partnered up with Juhi Chawla and Aziz Mirza as a producer for the company Dreamz Unlimited, but their films performed poorly at the Indian box offices. In 2001, Shah Rukh Khan’s acting career took a knock as he suffered a spinal injury. He made a resurgence in 2004 into the scene and changed Dreamz Unlimited to Red Chillies Entertainment. His wife Gauri was added as a producer for the company. 

Shah Rukh Khan Other Ventures 

Shah Rukh Khan made his debut in film production in 1999. However, the company wasn’t successful until he and his wife, Gauri, restructured it. By 2015, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan had produced nine films. Shah Rukh Khan is also known for his occasional playback singing in the films that he produces. SRK has also hosted a number of awards shows. 

Shah Rukh Khan Stage Performances

Shah Rukh Khan never left his love for stage performance. Apart from films and several television series, Khan frequently participates in world tours and concerts. Other shows that he’s done feature celebrity friends such as Priyanka Chopra. 

Shah Rukh Khan Cricket Team Ownership 

In 2008, Shah Rukh Khan acquired ownership rights through a partnership with Juhi Chawla and her husband. These rights were for a franchise that owned Kolkata in the Twenty20 Indian Premier League tournament. 

Shah Rukh Khan in the Media

Shah Rukh Khan receives a notable amount of media attention. In India, he’s been dubbed the King of Bollywood or King Khan. Shah Rukh Khan always has something running, whether it’s a movie or an ad. In 2008, Khan was named the world’s biggest movie star.

Shah Rukh Khan Homes 

Shah Rukh Khan spends his wealth on real estate. Like other famous celebrities, he has a string of homes that he owns in India and abroad. Shah Rukh Khan has a £20 million apartment in London, several properties in India, and an exquisite villa situated on the Palm Jumeirah in the City of Dubai. 

Shah Rukh Khan Awards

According to sources, Shah Rukh Khan is one of Bollywood’s most decorated actors. Khan has received many nominations and won as many awards. Except for the National Film Award. But, the Indian government has awarded him Padma Shri. In France, he was awarded the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, and the Chevalier Légion d’honneur. So far, Khan’s received a total of five honorary doctorates. He has received many awards throughout his career and has enjoyed a lot of international recognition as well.

Shah Rukh Khan Net Worth 

In 2022, Shah Rukh Khan’s net worth is estimated at more than $700 million. This is approximately 5700 Crore Indian Rupees. His estimated earnings per movie are at 100 Crore while Shah Rukh Khan’s monthly income is said to be 5 Crore. He spends his money by investing in different business opportunities. Khan also takes care of his sister, who hasn’t been well since the passing of their mother in 1991.

Shah Rukh Khan Interesting Facts 

• His debut film was actually meant to be Dil Aashna Hai, but there were unexpected delays in the production of the film and he didn’t make his debut from it. 
• Shah Rukh Khan doesn’t eat ice cream and he surprisingly has a phobia of riding horses.
• Before Shah Rukh Khan became a famous Bollywood actor, he struggled to get into showbiz. Khan used to run a restaurant in Daryaganj.
• Shah Rukh Khan has a superstitious belief that certain numbers bring him good luck. As a result, all his cars have the same number plates that read 555.
• His alma mater recognized his exceptional career by honoring him with a shield. This was done when his former college was celebrating its Golden Jubilee.
• Shah Rukh Khan has lost both his parents and they never had the chance to witness him make history with his 26 cameos throughout his acting career. 

Dunki (2023)

Shah Rukh will feature in Dunki in 2023, the social comedy will follow a Punjabi boy’s journey to Canada.

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