From Karan Johar to Farhan Akhtar: 5 of the richest Bollywood filmmakers

Given how much mental and physical effort goes into making films, directors always charge a large sum for their work
Entertainment Desk | January 28, 2023

If it weren't for Bollywood filmmakers and their bright ideas, Indian cinema wouldn’t have come this far. But only a handful of Indian directors, including Karan Johar, SS Rajamouli and Sanjay Leela Bhansali, among others, have curated films that appeal to people from all walks of life.

Given how much mental and physical effort goes into making films like that, these directors always charge a large sum for their work, so it's no surprise that many have attained massive wealth with their box office successes!

So, without further ado, here's a lowdown of the richest filmmakers in Bollywood, compiled from GQ India.

1. Karan Johar

The best way to catch a glimpse of Karan Johar's obscenely lavish lifestyle is through his Instagram account. Karan is more than just a director; he also runs a multibillion-dollar production company. He earns around Rs 10 million per year and has assets worth Rs 200 million, according to DailyHunt. The much-acclaimed director lives on Mumbai's Carter Road in a Rs 4 million duplex on the 12th floor of the high-rise known as ‘The Residency’, which has an area of 8,000 square feet, reported Architectural Digest.

2. SS Rajamouli

It would be impossible to compile a list of wealthy directors without mentioning SS Rajamouli. The popular filmmaker is a cinema mogul with multiple box office hits under his belt, such as his latest project, RRR. According to Hindustan Times, the director requested a whooping Rs 250 million for his role in making the much-acclaime

3. Sanjay Leela Bhansali

If there's one tear-jerking story that's etched itself in our minds to date, it's Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Gangubai Kathiawadi, which was released in 2022. Sanjay is widely considered one of the most influential filmmakers in Indian history. The director has produced several box office hits, including Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Devdas, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and Bajirao Mastani. According to TOI and<

4. Farhan Akhtar

Farhan Akhtar is a jack of all trades: he can act, write intriguing scripts, direct movies, and even produce them! Thus, due to his wide range of skills, Farhan has amassed a substantial fortune over the past year. Asiane

5. Zoya Akhtar

Yes, both siblings are on this list! Zoya Akhtar is often lauded for her daring choices in filmmaking. She has also a knack for building engaging narratives such as Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara,

Have something to add to the story? Share it in the comments below. 

 

Load Next Story

Join Us

This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, redistributed or derived from. Unless otherwise stated, all content is copyrighted © 2024 The Express Tribune.

FOLLOW US