This Bollywood family, now the richest with a net worth of Rs 10,000 crore once sold fruits

Bhushan Kumar with his family

While Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Kapoors, Johars and the Chopras are often considered the wealthiest families in Bollywood, there is one family that stands out with a staggering net worth. Over the years, Bollywood's family-run production houses have evolved into major corporations, contributing significantly to the wealth and prominence of these influential families. A recent study has revealed the richest family in Bollywood, known for their extraordinary financial success. This family’s journey to wealth is particularly inspiring, as they began humbly as fruit vendors before transforming into one of the most prominent names in the industry.

The Hurun India Rich List 2024 has unveiled the wealthiest individuals across various sectors. Among the top Bollywood families, Bhushan Kumar’s family, which owns T-Series, stood out with a combined net worth of Rs 10,000 crore, marking them as one of the richest families in the film industry.

Who is Bollywood's Richest Family?

While the Hurun India Rich List did not break down individual wealth, according insider sources, Bhushan Kumar alone accounts for up to 80% of the family’s Rs 10,000 crore net worth and the remainder of the wealth is attributed to Bhushan's uncle, Kishan Kumar, who co-owns T-Series. Bhushan's sisters, Tulsi and Khushali Kumar, are valued at Rs 250 crore and Rs 100 crore, respectively.

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The Rise of the Wealthiest Family in B-Town

The Kumar family's journey began with Gulshan Kumar, the father of Bhushan, Tulsi, and Khushali, who started as a fruit vendor in Delhi. His fortunes changed in the 1970s when he and his father opened a music cassette shop. This eventually led to the founding of Super Cassettes, which evolved into the multimedia empire T-Series. Today, T-Series owns a major movie studio, multiple subsidiaries, and even the Gulshan Kumar Film & Television Institute in Noida.

Other Prominent Families in Bollywood's Wealth Rankings

Following Bhushan Kumar’s immense wealth, Aditya Chopra’s family, thanks to Yash Raj Films, is valued at an estimated Rs 8,000 crore. Shah Rukh Khan's family follows closely with a net worth of around Rs 7,500 crore, primarily driven by his personal fortune. Meanwhile, Salman Khan’s family is valued at Rs 3,500 crore, positioning them lower on the list compared to the leading families in Bollywood.