Amitabh Bachchan Becomes Highest Tax-Paying Celebrity in a Single Year – Guess the Amount!
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan continues to dominate the entertainment industry, even at the age of 85.
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan continues to dominate the entertainment industry, even at the age of 85. With an ever-growing income, he has now earned the title of India’s highest tax-paying celebrity for the 2024-25 financial year.
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Amitabh Bachchan’s Massive Earnings and Tax Contribution
According to reports, Big B earned a staggering ₹350 crore this financial year. As a responsible citizen, he has paid ₹120 crore in annual tax, making him the highest tax-paying actor in India.
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In the previous year, Shah Rukh Khan held the top spot by paying ₹92 crore in taxes. However, Amitabh Bachchan has now surpassed this record. On March 15, 2025, he made his final advance tax payment of ₹52.50 crore, which is said to be the highest tax payment in Indian cinema history.
Big B’s Revenue Sources: Films, Endorsements, and Reality Shows
- Amitabh Bachchan is a highly sought-after brand ambassador, reportedly charging ₹5-10 crore per endorsement.
- He recently received critical acclaim for his role as Ashwatthama in Prabhas’ “Kalki 2898 AD” and will also be part of Kalki 2.
- Apart from films, he is actively involved in reality shows and commercial advertisements, further contributing to his massive earnings.
