Salman Khan

Salman Khan is an Indian actor, film producer and television presenter who has been one of the most prominent stars of Hindi cinema since the late 1980s. Born on 27 December 1965 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, he is the son of screenwriter Salim Khan. Khan studied at Scindia School in Gwalior and St. Stanislaus High School in Mumbai before attending St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, although he did not complete a degree.

Khan began his acting career with a supporting role in Biwi Ho To Aisi in 1988. He gained his breakthrough as a leading actor with Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989, which became one of the defining Hindi films of its era and established him as a major Bollywood star.

During the 1990s, Khan appeared in successful films including Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Karan Arjun, Khamoshi: The Musical, Judwaa, Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Hum Saath-Saath Hain. His career later entered another major commercial phase with films such as Wanted, Dabangg, Ready, Bodyguard, Ek Tha Tiger, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Sultan and Tiger Zinda Hai.

Alongside acting, Khan developed a substantial television career. He began hosting Bigg Boss in 2010 and became closely associated with the long-running Indian reality television franchise.

Khan also expanded into film production. Salman Khan Films, his production company, has been associated with films including Chillar Party, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Hero, Tubelight, Race 3, Notebook and Antim: The Final Truth.

Beyond entertainment, Khan's commercial interests include the Being Human brand, which began as a charitable initiative and developed into a lifestyle and apparel business. The brand's royalties support education and healthcare initiatives through the Being Human Foundation.

Khan's wealth comes from multiple sources including film remuneration, television hosting, film production, brand endorsements, licensing and business interests. In 2026, Economic Times reported an estimated net worth of approximately ₹2,900 crore.

Salman Khan continues to work in Indian cinema and television, with his later career also including production, brand-building and philanthropic activities.