AR Rahman Net Worth: From Rs 50 To Becoming India’s Richest Musician

AR Rahman who has a stunning net worth of Rs 1,728 Crore is one of the most affluent singers of India. The one who started his journey with an initial payment of Rs 50 for playing a record player, citing a previous interview with The Times of India, his talent and dedication have led him to where he is today, at the summit of the Indian music industry. When not in the studios creating the next big hit, he is touring the world with his musical renditions and experiences of a lifetime.

His musical genius has taken his career and India’s name to the global stage. Rahman has multiple accolades to his name, one of them being the recipient of an Oscar at the 81st Academy Awards. He is the first Indian music composer to win an Oscar and he has also received national honors like Padma Bhushan.



Rahman owns multiple prosperous assets contributing to his massive wealth. He owns opulent residences in premium locations like Chennai, Los Angeles, and Dubai and he owns a line of studios named KM Musiq Studios in Mumbai, London, and Los Angeles. According to several reports, Rahman charges a fee of ₹8-10 crore for a single song.

For live shows, the musical prodigy costs ₹1-2 crore for a one-hour live show at events. This has led to his significant earnings and has also earned him the title of India's wealthiest singer. His source of income is his brand endorsements with brands like JBL, Sheenlac, etc.

He also owns an impressive fleet of cars including high-end vehicles in the list like the Volvo SUV, Jaguar, and Mercedes. Even his daughters, Khatija Rahman and Rahima Rahman, own an electric Porsche Taycan worth Rs 1.53 crore.

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