How Rich Is Saif Ali Khan?

 

One of the richest actors in India, Saif Ali Khan has multiple income sources such as his acting career, production ventures, brand endorsements and inherited wealth

Saif Ali Khan has been in the news lately, as he was injured during an alleged robbery attempt at his home. Also, the legal fight over his claimed ancestral properties, estimated to be around Rs 15,000 crore. It pops up questions in the mind such as what is the net worth of Saif Ali Khan. To understand how rich is Saif Ali Khan, here are some important points to consider.

Pataudi Palace - Rs 800 crore

This sprawling palatial estate is spread over an area of more than 10 acres. It has around 150 rooms. The Pataudi Palace is located in Haryana and is currently owned by Saif Ali Khan. The Pataudi family often spends time in the palace during the winters. The original owner of this property was Iftikhar Ali Khan, who was the 8th Nawab of Pataudi.

The structure is inspired from the colonial-era mansions of Imperial Delhi. It was built under the guidance of British architect, Robert Tor Russell. He was assisted by Austrian architect - Karl Malte von Heinz. Construction of the Pataudi Palace was completed in 1935. It was inherited by Mansoor Ali Khan, the father of Saif Ali Khan.

Pataudi Palace has seven grand bedrooms, each with their own unique styling and furnishings and fireplaces. There is a luxurious dining hall, with a giant chandelier, a 22-seater table and large airy windows. Recreational facilities are also available such as a library, children's play area and a billiards room. While being a family palace, the property also earns rental income from time to time. It comes primarily from movie shoots. Some of the popular movies that used the Pataudi Palace include Eat Pray Love, Mangal Pandey, Veer Zaara and Tandav.

Professional earnings

It is reported that Saif Ali Khan charges around Rs 10-15 crore per film. Also, his charges for brand endorsements are up to Rs 5 crore. Saif Ali Khan also owns two production houses - Illuminati Films and Black Knight Films. These further contribute to his income.

What is net worth of Saif Ali Khan?

 

Based on the above data, it is estimated that Saif Ali Khan's wealth is in the range of 1,200 crore to Rs 1,300 crore. Family income will be even higher since his wife, Kareena Kapoor, is also a rich actress. Kareen's net worth is estimated to be around Rs 500 crore.

Rs 15,000 crore properties under legal dispute

Saif Ali Khan could have potentially become at least 10 times richer, if his claimed ancestral properties in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh had not gotten into legal tangles. Some of the highly valued properties include the Flag Staff House, Noor-Us-Sabah Palace, Dar-Us-Salam, etc. These properties are estimated to be worth around Rs 15,000 crore. They have been tagged as 'Enemy Property' under the Enemy Protection Act 1968. The reason is the original owner, Abida Sultan, who shifted to Pakistan in 1950.

While the Pataudi family had earlier gotten a stay, a recent high court order has removed the stay. It means that the government can acquire the property under the Enemy Protection Act. However, Saig has the option to approach the appellate authority. It remains to be seen how this legal battle unfolds.