Amitabh Bachchan Net Worth, Properties & Rags to Riches Story

Mina Muzumdar|Aug 24, 2019

From a bankrupt actor in 2000, Amitabh Bachchan now is the second wealthiest superstar in Top 10 Bollywood Richest Actors! Read about his net worth, properties and how he made it through!

From an ordinary actor to a Bollywood legendary, Amitabh Bachchan has travelled a long way. He is affectionately known as a master of acting, the first Angry Young Man of Bollywood,  “Shahenshah of Bollywood”, or Big B because of the magic he brought to every film he takes part in. With such achievements, Amitabh Bachchan net worth ranks in the top richest of Indian movie industry.

Today, let's take a look at his updated net worth, sources of income as well as massive properties this man is owning.

A famous quote from the Bollywood legendary Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan net worth in rupees

Amitabh Bachchan's net worth is estimated at around Rs 3360 crores which ranked him in the second place of Top 10 Bollywood Richest ActorsIn his career spanning over four decades, the legend actor acted in more than 180 films which most of them become blockbusters in the box office.

Amitabh Bachchan's net worth is ranking number 2nd in the top richest list

Sources of Amitabh Bachchan net worth

  • Acting

Such a legendary actor as Amitabh Bachchan could earn a huge salary from acting. Remember he has joined in over 180 movies!

Winning 4 National Films awards and 15 Filmfare awards, Big B even played a role in The Great Gatsby and according to the nearest reports, Amitabh Bachchan's earning per movie is Rs. 32.62 crores.

He is also listed in the highest-paid actors in the world with this amount.

  • Endorsements

That isn’t the only resource that Big B has at his disposal as he has also been the ambassador for many brands like Navaratan OilGujarat TourismICICI Prudential Life Insurance, Tata Sky...

According to reliable sources, his company charges a whopping amount of 2.5 crores each advertisement. Though in recent years he has not participated in many projects, Big B still makes considerable revenue from his popularity.

Amitabh Bachchan's success never satisfy his thirst for inquisition
  • Business investments

Apart from acting and endorsements, Amitabh Bachchan also has invested in many business ventures.

Till now, Amitabh is holding 10% stake in Just Dial, 3.4% equity in Stampede Capital, $252,000 shares in Meridian Tech and an unknown stake in Ziddu.com.

Most above investments are related to finance and technology.

Amitabh Bachchan houses

The Bachchans own five bungalows in Juhu but they currently live at Jalsa. The twin-story bungalow has a living area of 10,125 sqft which was gifted to Amitabh Bachchan after film Satte Pe Satta. Every Sunday, he will interact with his fans by greeting and waving to them from his house at around 6 pm.

Amitabh Bachchan inside his house library

Amitabh Bachchan's house price is estimated at around Rs. 100 crores. Take a look at the legend's massive house.

Amitabh Bachchan cars

To Amitabh Bachchan, age doesn't stop him from loving speed and cars.

The Bollywood legend is owning a number of exotic cars in his garage. Check them below!

Land Cruiser LC200
Land Rover Range Rover
Porsche Cayman
Mini Cooper
Mercedes Benz S350
Rolls-Royce Phantom

Inspiring stories from Amitabh Bachchan's life

In his life, Amitabh Bachchan experienced two major downfalls, and both, according to him, was a great challenge and life-changing experience. The first time he had a near-death because of a fatal accident and the second time he underwent a huge financial crisis.

In 2000, at the age of 57, Amitabh Bachchan almost lost everything he had as the superstar declared he was bankrupt.

The young Amitabh Bachchan and his mother

Like palm trees through life's storms, in such circumstances when people yield to pressure, he made his way back to Bollywood and raised everything from the ash again.

Besides being known as the second richest men in Bollywood, people also affectionately known him as a man with a heart of gold. Nevertheless, the megastar still said that he feels embarrassed to talk about his charitable work.

Nowadays, he is one of the most influential personalities in the film industry with a vast mountain of wealth which made him to the 2nd position in the list of Top 10 Bollywood Richest Actors.

Hope the story from rags to riches of Amitabh Bachchan above somehow gives you a clue on what you need to strive for. No matter what happens, always look on the bright side and never give up!

At some points, you may find it hard to move on, let's think of Amitabh Bachchan net worth and properties he has today, reflect on what he used to experience! You will definitely find your motivation from this Bollywood legend.

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