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Top 10 Richest Singer in India 

The Indian music industry is exemplary in terms of both talent and money. Today, we are going to look at the 10 richest Bollywood singers whose net worth will definitely surprise you.

1. A.R. Rahman (Rs.1728 crores)

The brilliant singer and composer AR Rahman is also unparalleled in his net worth. He has a whopping net worth of around 1,728 crore rupees through his music compositions, concerts, endorsements, etc. AR Rahman has a remarkable career of more than three decades during which he has received fifteen Filmfare Awards, six National Awards, two Grammy Awards and two Academy Awards. He has also received Padma Bhushan, one of the highest civilian awards in India. From the masterpiece “Jai Ho” to the evergreen “Naadan Parindey” and recently released “Oh Raaya”, AR Rahman has given his iconic voice to songs in many languages. 

2. Arijit Singh (Rs.414 crores)

Have you ever seen a person crying on a breakup song when they are not even in a relationship? Or a person remembering their sweetheart when they have been single for their entire life? Well, Arijit Singh can definitely do that with his exceptionally melodious voice. There is a unique comfort in his voice, which makes the listeners feel every bit of the song. He is the second richest singer in India, with an estimated net worth of around 414 crore rupees. Arijit is also one of the most humble and beloved singers in India who has given a spectacular number of hits, including “Tum Hi Ho”, “Deva Deva”, “O Maahi”, and “Sajni”. 

3. Sonu Nigam (Rs.400 crores)

Sonu Nigam has sung in more than 14 different languages, and he still manages to give his listeners goosebumps with every song. He started his early career by accompanying his father in singing appearances in movies and parties. At the age of 19, he went to Mumbai to pursue his passion for singing, and the rest is history. Sonu Nigan has also received the prestigious Padam Sri, one of the highest civilian awards in India. He has a stunning net worth of more than 400 crore rupees and is the recipient of many distinguished awards throughout his career. The 2000s was the golden era of Sonu Nigam with numerous hits such as “Suraj Hua Maddham”, “Kal Ho Na Ho”, “Main Hoon Na”, etc. 

4. Shreya Ghoshal (Rs.240 crores)

Do you know who is the first Indian singer ever to have a wax statue at Madame Tussauds Museum in Delhi? Well, it’s none other than our melody queen Shreya Ghoshal. She was the winner of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in 2000, and during her Bollywood debut itself, she received multiple awards, including the National Award for Best Playback Singer. Astonishing, right? She has an estimated net worth of over 240 crore rupees from her music, concerts, endorsements, reality shows, etc. Apart from Hindi, Sherya has given her melodious voice to songs in many other languages, such as Marathi, Bengali and Punjabi. 

5. Honey Singh (Rs.205 crores) 

Honey Singh... no, wait...Yo Yo Honey Sigh is the biggest reason why we all groove to hip-hop and rap songs in India. With back-to-back hit albums like “International Villager” and “Desi Kalakaar,” he became a superstar in the Indian music industry. Today, Honey Singh holds a net worth of a whopping 205 crore rupees and has won many awards in his noteworthy singing career. 

6. Sunidhi Chauhan (Rs.185 crores)  

With her marvellous voice and stunning personality, Sunidhi Chauhan is among the best singers in the Indian music industry. Her songs, endorsements, reality shows and music concerts, which are, by the way, absolutely captivating, have earned her a huge net worth of Rs. 185 crores. Sunidhi has been singing since the age of 5 and received full support from her family to pursue her passion for music. From “Dhoom Machale” to “Sheila Ki Jawani”, she has given numerous hits and received many prestigious awards for her exceptional musical talent. 

7. Diljit Dosanjh (Rs.172 crores)

Guess who’s the first Punjabi singer to perform at Coachella? It’s our one and only Diljit Dosanjh. This brilliant singer with a captivating voice has a huge fanbase in India and abroad. Owing to his music, concerts, endorsements, and acting, his net worth is more than 172 crore rupees. The recent release of Amar Singh Chamkila once again proved how amazing Diljit is, both as a singer and an actor. Let me tell you one more secret: Diljit has been ranked multiple times in the Times of India's list of “Most Desirable Men”. 

8. Shaan (Rs.157 crores)

Shantanu Mukherjee, aka Shaan, is among the most beloved gems of the Indian music industry. From singing jingles to giving hits in Bollywood, Shaan has come a long way with his passion and dedication. “Chaand Sifarish,” “Om Shanti Om,” “Jab Se Tere Naina,” and “Chaar Kadam” are some of the incredible songs that showcase Shaan's mesmerising voice. His net worth is around Rs.157 crores from his singing career, concerts, reality shows and various endorsements. 

9. Badshah (Rs.124 crores)

Badshah is renowned for his unique and catchy music style, especially among the youth. With his many hits, concerts and endorsements, Badshah has earned a net worth of more than 124 crore rupees and is among the top 10 richest singers in India. His catchphrase, “It's your boy Badshah”, vocalised as “Ish yo boy Baad-uh-sh-aa-ah”, is extremely popular among his fanbase. 

10. Asha Bhosle (Rs.80 crores)

The legend Asha Bhosle needs no introduction. With a total net worth of around 80 crore rupees, Asha ji is among the richest singer in India. From film songs to Quawwalis, Ghazals, Bhajans, Gurbani and more, Asha ji wins the hearts of millions every time she sings. By the way, she is an amazing cook, and her plan B was to become a cook and earn money. 

Wrapping Up 

The Indian music industry has been a catalyst for a variety of singers. Whether it's singing in multiple languages or singing in multiple genres like Qawwali, folk, hip hop, rap, etc, Indian singers can do it all. If we talk about the richest singer in India, AR Rahman has held the position with an accumulated wealth of more than Rs.1,728 crores. His extraordinary career spans more than three decades, with numerous awards in his name. Let me know in the comments your favourite song by the legend AR Rahman. 

Questions You May Have 

Q. Who is the wealthiest singer in India?

Ans. AR Rahman is the wealthiest singer in India, with a total net worth of around 1728 crore rupees. 

Q. Who is the No 1 singers in India?

Ans. Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal, Diljit Singh, and AR Rahman are among the top singers in India. 

Q. Who is the richest singer of all time?

Ans. Jay-Z is the richest music artist in the world, with a huge net worth of 2.4 billion dollars in 2024. 

Q. Is Arijit Singh rich?

Ans. Arijit Sigh is one of the richest singer in India, with a total net worth surpassing Rs.400 crores.

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