Amitabh Bachchan Becomes India’s Highest Tax-Paying Celebrity with ₹120 Crore Contribution
At 82, the Bollywood legend earned ₹350 crore in FY 2024-25, surpassing Shah Rukh Khan in tax contributions and maintaining his status as a cultural icon.
- Amitabh Bachchan paid ₹120 crore in taxes for FY 2024-25, a 69% increase from the ₹71 crore he paid last year.
- With total earnings of ₹350 crore, he surpassed Shah Rukh Khan, who paid ₹92 crore in taxes in 2024, to become India’s highest tax-paying celebrity.
- Bachchan’s income stems from films, brand endorsements, and hosting the long-running TV show Kaun Banega Crorepati.
- Recent projects include starring in major films like Vettaiyan and Kalki 2898 AD, with upcoming appearances in Section 84 and the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.
- Bachchan remains a prominent figure in Indian entertainment, showcasing financial discipline and cultural relevance even at the age of 82.
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Hindustan Times 