Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor has topped the list of India’s highest tax-paying female celebrities for 2024, according to a report by Fortune India. The “Crew” star, known for her prolific film career, endorsements, and successful business ventures, has surpassed all her female peers, including Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt, with a staggering Rs 20 crore in tax payments. This achievement highlights Kareena’s dominant position in the entertainment industry and her influence as a high-earning celebrity.
Leading Female Celebrities in Tax Payments
Kareena’s massive tax contribution comes from her roles in hit films, lucrative brand endorsements, and entrepreneurial ventures. In 2024, she leads the way among female celebrities, followed by her Good Newwz co-star Kiara Advani, who paid Rs 12 crore in taxes. Katrina Kaif, another prominent Bollywood actress, ranks third with a tax contribution of Rs 11 crore. These three actresses are the only female celebrities to feature on the Fortune India 2024 list of the country’s top tax-payers, underlining their financial success and industry prominence.
Shah Rukh Khan Tops Overall Celebrity Tax List
Among all Indian celebrities, Shah Rukh Khan emerged as the highest tax-payer for 2024. The Dunki actor, who continues to reign supreme in Bollywood, paid an impressive Rs 92 crore in taxes. He is followed by South Indian superstar Thalapathy Vijay, who contributed Rs 80 crore, and Bollywood’s Salman Khan, who paid Rs 75 crore. Vijay’s appearance in the top three is significant, making him the only South Indian actor to rank so high on the list.
Meanwhile, two other South Indian stars, Mohanlal and Allu Arjun, made notable entries with tax contributions of Rs 14 crore each. This marks a growing trend of South Indian actors achieving greater recognition in terms of earnings and taxation.
Kareena Kapoor’s Current and Upcoming Projects
As she tops the tax-paying list, Kareena Kapoor remains busy with various high-profile projects. She is gearing up for the release of her upcoming thriller, Buckingham Murders, produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and directed by Hansal Mehta. The film is set in London and is expected to showcase Kareena in a unique, gripping role. Her recent film, Jaane Jaan, premiered on Netflix, where she starred alongside Jaideep Ahlawat and Vijay Varma.
Additionally, Kareena has been a part of Crew, another film that highlights her enduring appeal in the industry.
Summing Up
Kareena Kapoor’s position as the highest tax-paying female celebrity reflects not only her financial achievements but also her status as one of the most influential figures in Bollywood. Alongside Kiara Advani and Katrina Kaif, she represents the top echelon of female stars driving financial success in the Indian entertainment industry. With projects like Buckingham Murders on the horizon, Kareena continues to maintain her star power and influence, both on-screen and off.