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News18
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Not Kapoors, Khans, Or Bachchans: This Is Bollywood's Richest Family
1/7 Surprisingly, the second-richest Bollywood family is that of filmmaker Aditya Chopra, with an estimated net worth of Rs 8,000 crore. In comparison, the Bachchan family's net worth stands at around Rs 4,500 crore, while the Kapoor family reportedly holds assets worth Rs 2,000 crore, according to BollywoodShaadis. Prominent South Indian cinema families, such as the Akkineni and Allu-Konidela (Mega) clans, are also featured in the rankings. (News18 Hindi) 3/7 According to the Hurun India Rich List 2024, the entertainment industry, especially Bollywood, has some significant entries among India's wealthiest. At the top is Bhushan Kumar and his family, owners of the T-Series group, with an estimated net worth of Rs 10,000 crore (over $1.2 billion). That officially makes the Kumar family the richest in Bollywood. (News18 Hindi) Gulshan Kumar, the founder of T-Series, was born on May 5, 1951 in Delhi to a fruit juice vendor from Daryaganj. He left school after Class 10 and initially helped with the family business. He later began selling pirated Bollywood cassettes to meet growing demand but soon dreamt bigger. In 1983, he founded Super Cassettes Industries Ltd, popularly known as T-Series, which went on to change the face of the Indian music and film industry. (News18 Hindi) Following Gulshan Kumar's tragic death, his son Bhushan Kumar took over the company. Today, he is one of the most influential producers in Bollywood. His uncle, Krishan Kumar, who is both an actor and co-owner of T-Series, plays a major role in managing the business and adds significantly to the family's overall wealth. (News18 Hindi) Bhushan Kumar is married to actress and filmmaker Divya Khosla Kumar. The couple has a son named Ruhaan. Reports suggest Divya owns just 0.45% of the company, while Bhushan's personal wealth is estimated to be around Rs 414 crore. Recently, rumours of a separation surfaced when Divya dropped 'Kumar' from her Instagram name. However, sources clarified that the change was due to astrological beliefs. She also added an extra 's' to her maiden name 'Khosla'. (News18 Hindi) Gulshan and Sudesh Kumari married in 1975 and had three children, Bhushan, Tulsi, and Khushali Kumar. While Bhushan leads the company, Tulsi is a popular playback singer and Khushali is both a singer and actress. Media reports estimate Tulsi's net worth at Rs 250 crore and Khushali's at Rs 100 crore. From humble beginnings to building a musical empire, the Kumars have not just kept Gulshan Kumar's legacy alive, they've taken it to new heights. (News18 Hindi)
India.com
22-07-2025
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- India.com
Who is the richest family in Bollywood? Not Kapoors, Khans, Chopras, Khannas, or Bachchans, it is…
Home Entertainment Who is the richest family in Bollywood? Not Kapoors, Khans, Chopras, Khannas, or Bachchans, it is… Who is the richest family in Bollywood? Not Kapoors, Khans, Chopras, Khannas, or Bachchans, it is… You won't believe who is the richest family in the Bollywood. It's not the Bachchans, Kapoors, Khannas or Chopra. When it comes to the richest Bollywood families, the Bachchan and Kapoor families are usually the first to come up. But, topping the list is a family that is associated with the music industry and has given many hit songs and global anthems. Surprisingly, the second richest Bollywood family is that of Aditya Chopra, who has an estimated net worth of Rs 8000 crore. In comparison, the Bachchan family's net worth is around Rs 4500 crores, while the Kapoor family's net worth is Rs 2000 crores, according to BollywoodShaadis. What's more, prominent families from the South Indian film industry—like the Akkineni and Mega families (Allu-Konidela)—are also included in the list. Who is the richest family in Bollywood? According to the Hurun India Rich List 2024, the richest Indians come from various industries, including Bollywood. Topping the list from the film industry is the family of Bhushan Kumar, who owns the T-Series group. His net worth is estimated to be around Rs 10,000 crore (over $1.2 billion). Yes, you read that right—the Kumar family has officially acquired the title of the richest Bollywood family, surpassing some of the biggest names in Bollywood. Who was Gulshan Kumar? Gulshan Kumar was born on 5 May 1951 in New Delhi. He was the son of a fruit juice seller in Daryaganj. Leaving studies after class ten, he helped in his family's small business and later developed a keen interest in music. Initially, he sold pirated Bollywood cassettes to meet public demand, but Kumar dreamed bigger. In 1983, he founded Super Cassettes Industries Ltd. (T-Series), which revolutionized the Indian music and film industry. What did Gulshan Kumar own? Bhushan Kumar, son of T-Series founder Gulshan Kumar, is now the head of the family and business. He is one of Bollywood's most prominent producers, having given many cinematic and musical gems. His uncle, Krishan Kumar, who is also an actor and co-owner of T-Series, helps manage the company and contributes significantly to the family's net worth. Who took over the T-series? Bhushan Kumar successfully took over the reins of T-Series after the tragic death of his father, Gulshan Kumar, and has since made a huge impact in the music and film industry by carrying forward his legacy. Bhushan Kumar is married to actress and filmmaker Divya Khosla Kumar, and the couple has a son named Ruhaan. Interestingly, according to reports, Divya owns only 0.45% of the T-Series company, while Bhushan Kumar's wealth is estimated to be around Rs 414 crore. Whom did Gulshan Kumar marry? Gulshan Kumar married Sudesh Kumari in 1975, and the couple had three children – Khushali Kumar, Bhushan Kumar and Tulsi Kumar. Earlier, there were reports of a separation between the couple. However, a source close to the actress clarified that the reason Divya removed the surname 'Kumar' from her official Instagram account was due to astrological beliefs. She also added an extra 's' to her maiden name, 'Khosla'. For breaking news and live news updates, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Read more on Latest Entertainment News on
News18
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Neena Gupta Admits To Feeling ‘Romantic' At The Age Of 66
Last Updated: Neena Gupta will next be seen in Anurag Basu's Dino. The film also stars Aditya Roy Kapur and Sara Ali Khan. Veteran actress Neena Gupta stars opposite Anupam Kher in their upcoming film Metro…In Dino. The movie weaves together multiple narratives, with Neena and Anupam starring as an older couple, capturing the beauty of mature romance on screen." In an interview with India Today, Neena Gupta shared her thoughts about love beyond 50. The actress said, 'I agree, I still feel romantic! Romance is not just about sex or attraction. It's about feeling good." Claiming that feeling good comes in many forms, she added, 'I romance with my clothes. I feel great when I dress up. Back in the day, I'd never worn a bikini; the household that I came from didn't have that culture in Delhi. But when I moved to Bombay and lived alone, I'd wear a bikini in my bathroom, stand in front of the mirror, and feel happy; there were no mobile phones then. That, too, is romance. Romancing yourself. But feeling good has no age limit." In the same conversation, Neena Gupta expressed her admiration for director Anurag Basu. The actress said, 'I didn't even know he would offer me something. But when he did, I told him — don't even tell me what my role is, I'll do it. That's how much I wanted to work with him, especially after Life in a… Metro." Metro… In Dino features an ensemble cast of Neena Gupta, Anupam Kher, Ali Fazal, Aditya Roy Kapur, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Sara Ali Khan and Fatima Sana Shaikh. Directed by Anurag Basu, the film features music by Pritam and marks another collaboration between the composer and the director, 5 years after Ludo. Metro… In Dino is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association with Anurag Basu Productions. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu, and Taani Basu, the film is set to release on July 4, 2025. First Published:
India.com
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
The most viewed devotional song on YouTube, has over 4.6 billion views, has 20 million likes, song is..., singer is….
Bhajan Samrat Gulshan Kumar's company, T-Series, keeps uploading many bhajans and videos on YouTube. Among these, the most viewed bhajan video in India is 'Hanuman Chalisa'. It has been viewed 4,669,434,250 views (about 4 billion 67 lakh) so far. This video is viewed millions of times every day. The song is heard with great faith in Hindu families. The audio of Hanuman Chalisa is also played a lot in temples and religious programs. The interesting thing is that many people do not know who the singer of this song is. Yes, the same Hariharan who has sung popular songs like 'Tu Hi Re', 'Yun Hi Chala Chal', 'Chanda Re Chanda Re'. Not only has Hanuman Chalisa been sung, but Hariharan has also sung many bhajans. Many famous bhajans of Lord Shiva are in Hariharan's voice. The interesting thing is that many people do not know the fact that the Hanuman Chalisa, in which Gulshan Kumar is seen, has been sung by Hariharan. T-Series' Hanuman Chalisa became the first devotional video to cross 1 billion views on YouTube. The company also tweeted about this. The interesting thing came to light that the highest increase in views of Hanuman Chalisa was seen during the Corona. During the pandemic, T-Series owner Bhushan Kumar had said during an interview that when people are troubled, they listen to Hanuman Chalisa or sing it themselves. He had said, We are all in great trouble. Hanuman Chalisa gives strength to face these troubles. During a recent conversation with Radio Nasha, singer Hariharan was stunned when he came across the staggering number of views for his Hanuman Chalisa devotional video. He revealed, 'I was completely flabbergasted by the response it got. I didn't understand how it became such a huge thing and the kind of belief people have in it… It truly humbles me (sic).' He revealed an interesting anecdote when a priest almost touched his feet. 'I once visited the Brahma temple in Pushkar. The priest at the temple came up to me, folded his hands, and nearly touched my feet. I asked him, 'Maharaj ji yeh aap kya kar rahe hai (What are you doing?)'. He told me that they start the day with my rendition of Hanuman Chalisa,' said Hariharan.
NDTV
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Metro...In Dino: Teaser Of First Track Zamaana Lage Delves Into Anurag Basu's World Of Modern Love
Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. The teaser for the song "Zamaana Lage" offers a glimpse of the cast. The track explores modern love and emotional struggles among characters. Pritam aims to modernize the ghazal form in the song's composition. New Delhi: Ever since the announcement of Dino, the excitement has been off the roof with a stellar cast on board. Anupam Kher, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal, Neena Gupta, and Saswata Chatterjee are set to lead this sequel where we embrace a world of modern love and emotional upheavel. The makers have unveiled the teaser for the first track of the movie, Zamaana Lage. The song also gives us the first glimpse of the cast and the new onscreen couples. The track further highlights the interconnected lives of these characters as they fight an emotional battle of modern love and relationships. Scored by Pritam, Zamaana Lage is a melodious creation sung by Arijit Singh and Shashwat Singh. The number has been built around Indian poet Qaisar Ul Jafri's poignant line, " Tumhaare sheher ka mausam bada suhana lage", with additional lyrics contributed by Sandeep Shrivastava. Music director Pritam said, "With Qaisar Ul Jafri's timeless poetry, we wanted to revive the ghazal as a form - not as nostalgia, but as something emotionally alive and relevant today, and bring it into the mainstream. With its rich history and timeless depth, we felt it doesn't always have to live in a classical soundscape. A ghazal can be pop - it can be modern in sound and structure, while still holding on to its poetic soul. That's what we've tried to do with this song, reimagine the ghazal for today's generation." The full song will drop on May 28, 2025. Following Life in a... Metro, Ludo, now Dino is the third and final chapter of Anurag Basu's trilogy. Jointly produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Anurag Basu, and Taani Basuthe, the drama has been presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association with Anurag Basu Productions Pvt. Ltd. The film is slated to hit the screens on July 4, 2025.
