This Indian actor's first cheque was Rs 5,000. Now his net worth is Rs 2,500 crore and owns villas across the world. Check his source of income
Akshay Kumar
's financial journey is nothing short of a
Bollywood
blockbuster. Once armed with just determination, the Khiladi of Hindi cinema is now one of the highest-paid actors in the world, with Forbes reporting a staggering
net worth
of Rs 2,500 crore. And the story doesn't end at just films. Kumar's empire spans
production houses
, fashion, gaming, sports, real estate, and startup investments, proving he's not just a superstar on-screen, but a savvy businessman off it too.
First paycheck
In an interview with Pinkvilla, Akshay Kumar revealed that his first paycheck was a modest Rs 5,001, not for his 1991 debut Saugandh, but for Deedar, signed for Rs 50,000 by filmmaker Pramod Chakravorty. Today, the same actor is said to earn anywhere between Rs 60 crore to Rs 145 crore per film, as per Forbes, depending on the project, making his rise not just inspirational, but aspirational.
Akshay Kumar file photo
From Rs 5,001 to now earning in crores, let's take a look at Akshay Kumar's source of income and net worth-
Production powerhouse
Akshay launched Hari Om Entertainment in 2008, now known as Cape Of Good Films. The banner has produced hits like Airlift, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, and OMG 2. He also co-founded Grazing Goat Pictures, which backed Jamai Raja and Singh Is Bliing. His next big production: Jolly LLB 3, with Arshad Warsi.
Dressed for success
In 2023, Kumar ventured into fashion with his athleisure brand Force IX, a collaboration with Maniish Mandhana. The label reflects his fitness-forward persona and quickly gained popularity among fans and
fitness
enthusiasts alike.
Investing in Indian sports
A die-hard fitness fan, Akshay took his passion further by investing in two
kabaddi teams
, as per GQ India: Khalsa Warriors in the World Kabaddi League and Bengal Warriors in the Pro Kabaddi League, betting big on homegrown talent and traditional sports.
Gaming and going digital
Post the PUBG ban, Kumar introduced FAU-G, an online battle game, with 20% of its profits pledged to the Bharat Ke Veer Trust.
Startup-savvy
The actor has made strategic investments in the digital space, too. In 2019, he backed health-tech startup GOQii, alongside
Ratan Tata
. A year later, he joined hands with Rana Daggubati to launch Socialswag, a platform connecting fans to celebrities via masterclasses and live chats.
A real estate mogul
Akshay's luxurious property portfolio spans countries. As per GQ India, in Mumbai, he resides in an Rs 80 crore sea-facing duplex in Juhu with Twinkle Khanna. He also owns a Portuguese-style villa in Goa, a beach house in Mauritius, and multiple homes in Toronto, Canada.
What's next for him?
Akshay will soon appear in Kannappa, a Telugu mythological film alongside Prabhas and Mohanlal, slated for a theatrical release on June 27, 2025. While it's only a cameo, it shows Kumar's growing influence across industries and regions. He also has Jolly LLB 3, which is slated for release in September.
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