24 September 2026 Punjab Khabarnama Bureau : Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan continues to rank as India’s richest actor, despite a reported ₹2,490-crore decline in his estimated wealth over the past year, according to the Hurun India Rich List 2026.
The latest list values Khan’s wealth at approximately ₹10,000 crore, down from ₹12,490 crore in the 2025 edition. Despite the reduction, he remains ahead of other major Indian film personalities.
SRK’s Wealth Falls From ₹12,490 Crore
According to Hurun’s latest estimates, Shah Rukh Khan’s wealth has fallen by ₹2,490 crore in one year.
The 2025 Hurun India Rich List had placed his estimated wealth at ₹12,490 crore, while the 2026 list puts it at ₹10,000 crore.
These figures are estimates rather than audited personal financial statements and can change depending on the valuation of private businesses, investments and other assets.
Still India’s Richest Actor
Despite the reported decline, Khan remains at the top of the actor wealth rankings in the 2026 Hurun list.
His financial portfolio extends well beyond film earnings and brand endorsements. His wealth estimate includes interests associated with Red Chillies Entertainment and Knight Riders Sports, which is linked to the Kolkata Knight Riders cricket franchise.
Amitabh Bachchan at ₹4,000 Crore
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan occupies the next position among actors, with an estimated wealth of ₹4,000 crore.
His reported wealth has increased significantly from the ₹1,630 crore estimate in the 2025 list. The latest valuation reflects his investments, real estate and assets managed through his family office.
Salman Khan Enters With ₹3,000 Crore
Salman Khan features on the 2026 list with an estimated wealth of ₹3,000 crore.
The figure places him behind Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan among the actors highlighted in the report.
Hrithik Roshan’s Wealth Also Rises
Hrithik Roshan is estimated to have a wealth of around ₹2,500 crore, up from ₹2,160 crore in the 2025 list.
His business interests, including his fitness and lifestyle brand HRX, form part of his wider financial portfolio.
Why SRK’s Business Interests Matter
Shah Rukh Khan’s position on the wealth list is not based solely on acting fees.
His production company Red Chillies Entertainment has interests spanning film production and visual effects, while Knight Riders Sports has interests connected to cricket franchises.
This diversified business portfolio means his overall wealth is influenced by asset valuations beyond his film career.
Juhi Chawla and Karan Johar Missing
The 2026 list also saw some changes among prominent entertainment figures.
Juhi Chawla and Karan Johar, who appeared on the 2025 Hurun India Rich List with estimated wealth of ₹7,790 crore and ₹1,880 crore respectively, do not appear among the corresponding names in the 2026 list.
SRK Preparing for ‘King’
On the professional front, Shah Rukh Khan is preparing for his upcoming film King, directed by Siddharth Anand.
The film is scheduled for release on December 24, 2026, and will also feature Suhana Khan. Khan’s last theatrical release was Dunki in 2023.
Different Hurun Lists Give Different Estimates
Earlier in 2026, the Hurun Global Rich List had estimated Shah Rukh Khan’s wealth at approximately ₹10,800 crore.
The difference between that figure and the ₹10,000 crore valuation in the latest India list illustrates why celebrity wealth estimates can vary between different editions and valuation dates.
Wealth Estimate Remains an Estimate
The reported ₹10,000-crore figure should be understood as a valuation estimate rather than a confirmed cash balance.
For celebrities with significant holdings in private companies, sports businesses, investments and property, changes in valuation can produce large year-to-year differences without necessarily representing an equivalent change in actual income.