Rajinikanth's net worth in 2025: Tamil superstar's theatrical blockbusters, OTT hits, and more details about his incredible fortune

Shivaji Rao Gaikwad, popularly known as Rajinikanth, has a career spanning over five decades, with 170 films to his name. Although he predominantly works in Tamil cinema, the veteran superstar has also featured in Hindi, Telugu, and Kannada, cinema as well. His immense contribution to Indian cinema earned him the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan honours from the Government of India. He was also honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2019. Now let's check out the legendary superstar's gigantic net worth till 2025.

Rajinikanth's net worth in 2025: Quick summary

The Tamil superstar’s estimated net worth is approximately Rs 500 crore in the year 2025, according to a report in Hindustan Times. Rajinikanth charges between Rs 125 crore and Rs 270 crore per project, as per Forbes India. The veteran star is currently one of the top 10 richest film actors in Indian cinema.

The 74-year-old star's primary source of income is acting in films and he is one of the highest-paid actors in India. His earnings also come from film production and various investments. He also earns through brand endorsements.

Rajinikanth's OTT success: How did the online streaming change the superstar's earnings?

The Tamil star's last outing was Vettaiyan in 2024. Although it did not do well at the box office, the film earned massive viewership on Amazon Prime Video. The film also secured a 7/10 rating on IMDb. Some reports claim that Prime Video acquired the streaming rights of Vettaiyan for Rs 120 crore. His previous film, Jailer, was released in 2023, and it was a huge success at the box office, as well as on Amazon Prime Video.

Rajinikanth's notable films such as Sivaji: The Boss, Baasha, Enthiran, Petta, and Kabali, have gained widespread accessibility on multiple OTT platforms. These theatrical blockbusters can be streamed on popular platforms, allowing fans to relive Thalaivar's stellar performances.

Rajinikanth's theatrical releases and comeback films

At this stage of his career, the veteran star returns to acting once a year. He was last seen in the 2024 Vettaiyan. Rajinikanth will next star in Coolie, which is supposed to release in August 2025. As per Sacnilk, Vettaiyan grossed around Rs 254 crore worldwide last year. Rajinikanth reportedly received a sum of Rs 125 crore as his fees for his role as SP Athiyan in the film.

Rajinikanth's business ventures and brand endorsements

The superstar's entrepreneurial profession has diversified his investments to include a range of lucrative ventures. He boasts an impressive portfolio of luxury properties, including a stately mansion situated in Poes Garden in Chennai, which is reportedly worth Rs 35 crore. Additionally, he owns a marriage hall called Raghavendra Mandapam, which has become a sought-after venue for grand celebrations.

Rajinikanth is also known to possess a collection of high-end luxury cars.  Rajinikanth's staggering car collection includes a Rolls-Royce Ghost, a Rolls-Royce Phantom, a BMW X5, a Mercedes-Benz G Wagon, a Lamborghini Urus, a Bentley Limousine, and a Hindustan Motors Ambassador.

Rajinikanth's upcoming projects that may boost his net worth

Thalaivar's upcoming film projects include Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, and Thalaivar 173, the Jailer sequel, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. While Coolie is set to be released in 2025, there is no official update about Thalaivar 173 release.