MUMBAI: Contrary to the traditional view that the biggest stars in Indian cinema are predominantly male, recent figures reveal that leading actresses are now surpassing their male counterparts in wealth. The richest actress in India, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan , has amassed a net worth that significantly eclipses even her husband, Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan.
Aishwarya Rai’s reported net worth stands at an impressive INR 862 crore (over $105 million), positioning her as the wealthiest actress in India. This considerable fortune is notably three times that of her husband, who has a net worth of Rs 280 crore. Rai’s financial success surpasses that of other prominent actresses including Priyanka Chopra (INR 650 crore), Alia Bhatt (INR 550 crore), Deepika Padukone (INR 500 crore), Kareena Kapoor (INR 485 crore), Katrina Kaif (INR 250 crore), and Nayanthara (INR 200 crore).
How Aishwarya Rai Bachchan accumulated her wealth
Rai’s substantial wealth is attributed to her successful career spanning Bollywood, Tamil cinema, and Hollywood, coupled with lucrative international brand endorsements. The actress reportedly commands Rs 10 crore per film. For her role in the Tamil blockbuster Ponniyin Selvan, she charged INR 15 crore. Additionally, she earns between INR 6-7 crore per day from brand shoots.
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s wealth compared to male stars
Rai’s wealth places her ahead of several top male stars in India. Her net worth is significantly higher than that of leading actors such as Ranbir Kapoor (INR 345 crore), Prabhas (INR 200 crore), and Ranveer Singh (INR 500 crore).
The data underscores a shifting dynamic in the Indian film industry, highlighting the growing financial influence of female stars in a traditionally male-dominated sphere.
