Leading Billionaires
Hurun India Rich List 2025 Overview: In 2025, Mukesh Ambani tops the Hurun India Rich List with a wealth of Rs 9.55 lakh crore. Close behind is Gautam Adani at Rs 8.14 lakh crore, highlighting the dominance of industrialists in India’s wealth rankings. Static GK fact: Ambani is the chairman of Reliance Industries, founded in 1966.
Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan (59) has entered the billionaire club for the first time, with assets valued at Rs 12,490 crore, marking a rare inclusion of entertainment figures in the upper echelons of India’s wealth.
Young Entrants and Technology Influence
Chennai-born Aravind Srinivas (31), founder of the AI-focused company Perplexity, debuted with a wealth of Rs 21,190 crore, making him the youngest billionaire on the 2025 list. His inclusion underscores the growing impact of technology and AI startups in India’s economy. Static GK Tip: Bengaluru is often called the “Silicon Valley of India” due to its thriving tech ecosystem.
Roshni Nadar of the HCL Group is the youngest among the Top 10, reflecting the increasing presence of women in India’s wealthiest circles.
Combined Wealth and Economic Context
The combined wealth of all entrants on the Rich List 2025 totals Rs 167 lakh crore, which is nearly half of India’s GDP, emphasizing the concentration of wealth in the hands of a few. Static GK fact: India’s GDP in 2025 is projected to cross USD 4 trillion.
Billionaire Hubs
Mumbai remains the billionaire capital with 451 entrants, followed by Bengaluru (116), Hyderabad (102), Chennai (94), and Pune (66). This distribution highlights the regional centers of economic activity and business leadership. Static GK Tip: Mumbai is the financial capital of India and hosts the Reserve Bank of India headquarters.
The list demonstrates the interplay of traditional industries, emerging technology, and entertainment in shaping wealth patterns in India. The significant presence of young and first-time billionaires indicates a shift towards innovation-driven economic growth.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
Hurun India Rich List 2025 Overview:
| Topic | Detail |
| Top Billionaire | Mukesh Ambani, Rs 9.55 lakh crore |
| Second Richest | Gautam Adani, Rs 8.14 lakh crore |
| Entertainment Billionaire | Shah Rukh Khan, Rs 12,490 crore |
| Youngest Billionaire | Aravind Srinivas, 31 years, Rs 21,190 crore |
| Youngest in Top 10 | Roshni Nadar, HCL Group |
| Total Wealth | Rs 167 lakh crore |
| Mumbai Entrants | 451 |
| Bengaluru Entrants | 116 |
| Hyderabad Entrants | 102 |
| Chennai Entrants | 94 |
| Pune Entrants | 66 |
