Who are the richest Pakistani actors? Top 5 revealed

Pakistani television and film actors have made remarkable strides in recent years. They have gained international fame and focused heavily on building their wealth. As a result, today’s Pakistani celebrities enjoy far more financial stability than many senior artists. A key reason for this success is their refusal to compromise on payments and their smart investments in various businesses.

In the Pakistani entertainment industry, nearly all current actors boast solid net worths in the millions. However, a select few have amassed unmatched wealth. Most of these stars run successful businesses, own production houses, or pursue other entrepreneurial ventures. Here’s a list of the richest Pakistani actors, along with details about their net worth:

Humayun Saeed:

Humayun Saeed stands as the undisputed superstar of the Pakistani film and television industry. He has delivered some of the most successful projects to date. He began his career as a producer and now owns one of the country’s biggest production houses. As the CEO of Six Sigma Plus Productions, he consistently produces hit television dramas and films. Humayun Saeed’s estimated net worth is around $50 million (approximately PKR 1380 crore). He is currently producing a mega-budget drama serial and film, both expected to be released on Eid al-Azha.

Shaan Shahid:

Shaan Shahid holds the title of king of the Pakistani film industry. Born to renowned film producer and director Riaz Shahid, Shaan has maintained his stance on never compromising his fee. He has starred in numerous hit films, including “Bulandi”, “Nikah”, “Sangam”, “Khuda Ke Liye”, “Majajan”, “Zille Shah”, and “Ghar Kab Aoge”. Reports suggest that Shaan charges over one hundred crore PKR per project. His estimated net worth is around USD 20 million.

Maya Ali:

Maya Ali ranks among the most influential and wealthiest Pakistani television and film celebrities. Top brands constantly seek her out for endorsements, and this season alone, she single-handedly represented most of the leading high-end clothing brands and designers. She also launched her clothing label, Maya Pret, which she built through years of consistent effort. Maya carefully chooses her drama projects and commands a substantial fee for each appearance. She also holds a spot on the list of the most influential Asian influencers. Her estimated net worth stands at $15 million.

Mahira Khan:

Mahira Khan holds the title of Pakistan’s superstar and currently commands the highest fee among all television and film actors. She has significantly boosted her income by launching her own brand, “M by Mahira”, and running a production house along with the social media platform “Mashion”. Recently, she has taken part in several of Pakistan’s mega-budget projects and continues to serve as the face of numerous international brand endorsements. Her estimated net worth ranges between $5 million and $8 million. Most of her wealth stems from her successful acting career, which includes films, television dramas, and advertisements.

Fawad Khan:

Fawad Khan stands as Pakistan’s biggest superstar with a massive fan base in India. He starred in several hit Bollywood films, including “Khoobsurat” and “Ae Dil Hai Mushkil”, and took on high-paying projects like “Barzakh”. He is now preparing for another upcoming Bollywood film. His wife also contributes to their wealth by running a clothing brand. Most of Fawad’s earnings come from his Bollywood and international ventures. His net worth currently stands at $5 million.