Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan, often referred to as SRK or the King of Bollywood, is an Indian actor, producer, and businessman who is one of the most successful and influential film stars in the history of world cinema. Born on November 2, 1965, in New Delhi, India, he earned a master’s degree in mass communications from Jamia Millia Islamia before beginning his career in television in the late 1980s. He made his Bollywood film debut in 1992 with Deewana and rapidly ascended to become the most popular actor in Indian cinema, a position he has maintained for over three decades.

Khan’s filmography includes some of the highest-grossing and most beloved Indian films ever made. His iconic romantic roles in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Dil To Pagal Hai (1997), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), Mohabbatein (2000), Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003), and Veer-Zaara (2004) established him as the definitive romantic hero of Indian cinema. He has won 14 Filmfare Awards and has been honored with the Padma Shri by the Government of India. With over 100 films to his credit, Khan has a fanbase estimated at over 3.5 billion people worldwide, making him one of the most famous people on the planet.

Beyond acting, Khan is a formidable businessman. He co-owns the Indian Premier League cricket team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the production company Red Chillies Entertainment, and the visual effects company Red Chillies VFX. He is the co-owner of the Knight Riders Group, which has expanded into cricket teams in the Caribbean Premier League and Major League Cricket in the United States. His brand endorsement portfolio includes dozens of major global and Indian brands, generating substantial annual income.

With a net worth estimated at $700 million in 2026, Khan is one of the wealthiest actors in the world. His massive comeback with Pathaan (2023), which grossed over $170 million worldwide, followed by Jawan (2023) and Dunki (2023), demonstrated his enduring box office power. His wealth comes from a diversified portfolio spanning films, production, sports team ownership, real estate including his famous Mumbai mansion Mannat, and brand endorsements. He continues to be a global icon whose influence extends far beyond cinema.