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India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet India's Richest Actress With Rs 4600,000, 00,00 Net Worth, Had NO Film Release In Last 2 Years But Has More Wealth Than Aishwarya Rai & Deepika Padukone; Her Name Is...
3 / 7 After winning the 1984 Miss India beauty pageant, Juhi Chawla made her acting debut with a brief appearance in Sultanat (1986). But it was her debut as a lead actress in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) opposite Aamir Khan, which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Later, she went on to star in movies like Lootere, Aaina, Darr, and Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke. She also did Deewana Mastana, Yes Boss, and Ishq - becoming the top actress in the 90s. After her marriage, Juhi continued to work and has been a part of movies like National Award-winning Punjabi film Des Hoyaa Pardes (2004), Jhankaar Beats, 3 Deewarein (both 2003), 7½ Phere and My Brother Nikhil (both 2005), and Bas Ek Pal (2006) among others.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Meet India's richest actress: Co-owner of an IPL team, no film release in 2 years, yet beats Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, and Alia Bhatt with a net worth of Rs. 4,600 crore!
When you think of the richest actresses in India, names like Deepika Padukone , Priyanka Chopra , and Alia Bhatt might pop into your mind. But guess what? None of them hold the top spot. That title goes to Juhi Chawla , a 90s superstar who hasn't had a major release in the last two years, yet her massive wealth has kept her in the headlines. In an industry where box office numbers often define success, Juhi Chawla has rewritten the rules. According to the Hurun Rich List 2024, Juhi's jaw-dropping net worth of Rs. 4,600 crore makes her the richest actress in India . And no, it's not just because of acting – it's her clever investments and business ventures that have made her a financial powerhouse. A star who shone brightly in the 90s Juhi Chawla began her Bollywood journey in 1986 with a brief role in the film 'Sultanat'. However, it was her breakout role in 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' (1988), opposite Aamir Khan, that catapulted her to fame and earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. From there, Juhi went on to charm audiences with a string of memorable performances in films like 'Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke' (1993), 'Darr' (1993), 'Yes Boss' (1997), 'Ishq' (1997), 'Bol Radha Bol' (1992), 'Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman' (1992), and 'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani' (2000). Her on-screen presence, comic timing, and versatility made her one of the most loved actresses of her time. The secret behind her wealth? Smart investments! Unlike many stars who rely solely on film earnings, Juhi's real success lies in her smart business decisions. One of her biggest money-makers is her co-ownership of the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), alongside Shah Rukh Khan and her husband, Jay Mehta. The team was bought in 2008 for Rs. 623 crore (around $75 million), and today, as per Forbes, KKR is valued at a staggering Rs. 9,139 crore ($1.1 billion). As reported by TrendLyne , she also holds a 0.07% stake in Saurashtra Cement Ltd, which is part of the Mehta Group owned by her husband. She's also ventured into hospitality with her husband. The couple owns two upscale restaurants in Mumbai. From cricket, cement to fine dining – Juhi has smartly diversified her sources of income. A life of luxury Juhi Chawla's successful investments have translated into a lavish lifestyle. As reported by Live Mint, she and her family live in a sprawling home in Malabar Hill, one of Mumbai's most elite neighbourhoods. The multi-level house boasts stunning interiors and top-class amenities. They also own a charming ancestral bungalow in Porbandar, Gujarat – a nod to her roots and a place filled with family memories. Her love for luxury extends to her garage as well. Juhi owns a stunning collection of high-end cars, including an Aston Martin Rapide (Rs. 3.3 crore), BMW 7-Series (Rs. 1.8 crore), Mercedes-Benz S-Class (Rs. 1.7 crore), Jaguar XJ (Rs. 1.2 crore), and Porsche Cayenne (Rs. 1.36–2 crore). On the work front, Juhu was last seen in the OTT film 'Friday Night Plan' and the web series 'The Railway Men' in 2023. EXCLUSIVE: Nani Reveals Massive Body Transformation For 'Paradise' | How He Got Chiranjeevi On Board
Mint
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
India's richest actress with no releases in 2 years, yet beats Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra in net worth
Money dictates success in the film industry. However, this actress in India continues to dominate headlines as the richest female actor despite being away from the big screen for the past two years. In fact, not for her films, but for her staggering wealth, she surpasses even India's highest-paid actresses Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone with her net worth. It is Juhi Chawla who beats Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra, Kareena Kapoor and others with her whopping net worth of ₹ 4,600 crore, as per the Hurun Rich List 2024. While Juhi has only appeared in a handful of movies, marking mostly cameo appearances, her primary earnings are not just from films. Her wealth is from her smart business ventures, a stake in a cricket team, and other lucrative real estate investments. Juhi Chawla entered the industry after winning the 1984 Miss India beauty pageant. She made her debut at 19 when briefly starred in the Hindi film, Sultanat in 1986. She rose to fame with the hit film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) alongside Aamir Khan and bagged the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. She went on to star in some of her all time hits including Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993), Darr (1993), Yes Boss (1997), Ishq (1997), Bol Radha Bol (1992), Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992), Love Love Love (1989), Deewana Mastana (1997) and Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (2000). Besides her successful film career, she also made her strategic investments which made her the richest actress in India today. Juhi is the co-owner of the IPL team, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) alongside Shah Rukh Khan and her husband, Jay Mehta. She purchased the team for $75.09 million ( ₹ 623 crore) reportedly. As per Forbes, the current valuation of the KKR team is $1.1 billion ( ₹ 9,139 crore). Not just the KKR team, she also collaborated with her long-time friend Shah Rukh Khan and co-founded their film production company, Red Chillies Group. Besides this, she holds a small stake of 0.07 per cent in Saurashtra Cement Ltd, part of her husband's Mehta Group, as per TrendLyne. Juhi Chawla's strong investment portfolio also include real estate, fine dining ventures, and high-end luxury assets. While her family owns a plush home, spread across multiple floors in Mumbai's richest neighbourhood, Malabar Hill, they also ventured into the hospitality industry. They have two upscale restaurants in Mumbai -- Gustoso and Rue du Liban, offering rich Italian and Lebanese flavours respectively. Juhi and her husband also have an ancestral bungalow in Porbandar, Gujarat. The actress reportedly owns a fleet of luxury cars, including Aston Martin Rapide ( valued at ₹ 3.3 crore), BMW 7-Series ( valued at ₹ 1.8 crore), Mercedes-Benz S-Class ( valued at ₹ 1.7 crore), Jaguar XJ (valued at ₹ 1.2 crore) and Porsche Cayenne ( valued at ₹ 1.36-2 crore). Juhi Chawla also remains a go-to face for brand endorsements. She has been featured in ads for big names such as Maggi, Pepsi, Kurkure, Rooh Afza, Kellogg's, Emami Boroplus, Kesh King Ayurvedic Oil and more. Juhi also enjoys popularity on social media. She has 2.2 million followers alone on Instagram. Her last release was Friday Night Plan which release on Netflix in 2023. First Published: 1 May 2025, 11:21 PM IST
