Kumar family tops India’s film wealth: ₹10,000 crore empire beats Khans, Kapoors

The Kumar family has emerged as the wealthiest in India’s film industry, amassing a fortune of ₹10,000 crore, surpassing iconic film families like the Khans and Kapoors.

Their wealth primarily comes from T-Series, a media conglomerate that started as a music label and has grown into one of India’s largest film production companies.

The family includes Bhushan, Kishan, Khushali, Tulsi, and Divya Kumar, who collectively manage this vast empire.

Remarkably, just one generation ago, their patriarch was a fruit vendor in Delhi, highlighting a dramatic rise in fortune and influence.

In comparison, the Chopra family, owners of Yash Raj Films and BR Films, hold a combined net worth of over ₹8,000 crore, placing them second after the Kumars.

“The Kumar family’s journey from humble beginnings to leading India’s film wealth is a testament to their business acumen and the growth of T-Series,” industry analysts note.

This shift in financial dominance underscores the evolving landscape of India’s entertainment industry, where media conglomerates like T-Series are redefining power and wealth.

The Kumar family’s success story is not only about wealth but also about transforming the Indian film production and music industry on a massive scale.

The Kumar family, led by Bhushan and Kishan, tops India’s film wealth with a ₹10,000 crore empire, surpassing the Khans and Kapoors. Their fortune stems from T-Series, a major media conglomerate that evolved from a music label to a leading film production company.