In a noteworthy financial milestone for Indian celebrities, Shah Rukh Khan has emerged as the top taxpayer of 2024. According to Fortune India, Shah Rukh Khan has paid a substantial ₹92 crore in taxes this year. Following him is Vijay, who has contributed ₹80 crore, while Salman Khan has paid ₹75 crore.
Top Three Taxpayers: Shah Rukh Khan, Vijay, and Salman Khan
The rankings for the top three taxpaying celebrities in India for 2024 are led by Shah Rukh Khan, with Vijay and Salman Khan securing the second and third spots, respectively.
Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, and Other Prominent Names in the Top 10
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan is notable for his significant tax contribution of ₹71 crore. Cricketer Virat Kohli, ranking fifth, has paid ₹66 crore in taxes. Ajay Devgn follows in the sixth position with a tax payment of ₹42 crore. MS Dhoni ranks seventh with ₹38 crore, while Ranbir Kapoor is eighth with ₹36 crore. Hrithik Roshan and Sachin Tendulkar both contributed ₹28 crore each.
Top 20 Taxpayers Include Kareena Kapoor, Kiara Advani, and Katrina Kaif
Other notable celebrities who have made it to the top 20 list include Kapil Sharma with ₹26 crore, Sourav Ganguly at ₹23 crore, Kareena Kapoor who paid ₹20 crore, and Shahid Kapoor with ₹14 crore. Hardik Pandya and Kiara Advani contributed ₹13 crore and ₹12 crore, respectively. Mohanlal and Allu Arjun both paid ₹14 crore, while Pankaj Tripathi and Katrina Kaif each contributed ₹11 crore.
Recent and Upcoming Films
Shah Rukh Khan had a remarkable year with the success of his films Pathaan, Jawan, and Dunki in 2023. His next project, King, directed by Sujoy Ghosh, will also feature his daughter, Suhana Khan.
Vijay’s recent release GOAT, directed by Venkat Prabhu, has hit theaters and includes an ensemble cast featuring Prabhudheva and others.
Salman Khan is anticipated to star in AR Murugadoss’s Sikandar, which is set for release next Eid, featuring Rashmika Mandanna.
Aamir Khan and Rishabh Pant secured the 21st and 22nd spots on the list, each paying ₹10 crore in taxes. Aamir Khan was last seen in the film Laal Singh Chaddha (2022), a remake of Forrest Gump.
This impressive display of tax contributions reflects the financial influence and responsibility of India’s top celebrities, showcasing their significant role in the nation’s economy.
