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Bollywood's OG "bad boy", Sanjay Dutt turns 65 today. On the occasion of his birthday, let's take a look at the actor and businessman's lavish lifestyle that is the perfect blend of cinematic legacy, business acumen, and the life of luxury.
Begining his career in 1981, Dutt has over four decades in the industry and more than 135 films to his credit, but, besides his formidable presence on screen, he has also built up a lifestyle that reflects his enduring star power.Here's a break down of the actor's Rs 295 crore empire.
Road To The Top
Sanjay Dutt made his acting debut in 1981 with with movie 'Rocky', and since then, there has been no looking back. Over the years, he has built a diverse filmography that includes films ranging from 'Naam' to 'Vaastav', the iconic 'Munna Bhai' to turning a sade dark for 'KGF: Chapter 2'.
Of late, Dutt has moved far beyond Bollywood to expand his reign over the South Indian film industry as the perfect baddie. After starring in 'Leo', he is now gearing up for his next big release, the Telugu action drama 'Akhanda 2', opposite Nandamuri Balakrishna, scheduled to hit cinemas on September 25.
Net Worth and Film Fees
Sanjay Dutt’s net worth stands at an impressive Rs 295 crore, according to estimates by Free Press Journal and Financial Express.
It wouldn't be too far fetched if the numbers have grown further, with the actor raking in the big bucks for his movie release. His Tamil debut 'Leo' reportedly fetched him an estiamted Rs 8 crore, he is rumoured to have signed 'Double iSmart' for Rs 15 crore. The film will see him starring opposite Ram Pothineni.
Luxury Homes in Mumbai and Dubai
On the personal front, Dutt is in possession of swanky pads. He owns a palatial Rs 40 crore home in Mumbai’s Pali Hill, which he shares with wife Maanayata Dutt and twins Iqra and Shahraan.
As per reports, the house, originally a bungalow named Ajanta, transformed into a luxurious high-rise, now known as Imperial Heights.Besides his home in Mumbai, Dutt also has a luxury residence in Dubai, where his children currently study. The actor is known to split his time between Mumbai and the UAE, making his Dubai residence a second home of sorts.
Expanding Business Empire
Sanjay Dutt’s earnings extend far beyond Bollywood, movies and the film industry.
While he does own two production companies, he also co-owns two cricket teams: Harare Hurricanes in the Zim Afro T10 League and B-Love Kandy in the Lanka Premier League and has made strategic investments in ventures like startups, a digital media house, an alcohol brand, which includes a luxury whisky label.
A Generous Gesture
In a rare act of humility and generosity, Dutt revealed in an interview with Curly Tales that he returned a whopping Rs 72 crore estate gifted to him by a female admirer.
Amidst buzz about the fan gifting him her fortune, Dutt confirmed the reports saying, "It is true." Nisha Patil, who had no family, was diagnosed with a terminal illness in 2018. She reportedly willed her entire property to Dutt. However, the actor chose to give it back saying, “I gave it back to the family.
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Car and Bike Collection
Besides living the fabulous life in his swanky houses, Dutt is also known for his taste for the finer things in life.
Over the years, the actor has built up quite the car collection of luxury wheels. From a Rolls-Royce Ghost estimated to be around Rs 6.95 to Rs 7.95 crore to a Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography worth an estiamted Rs 2.99 crore and an Audi R8, estimated at around Rs 2.72 crore, he knows how to make a superstar's arrival.
Like many Bollywood stars, Dutt also has a favourite number plate - 4545 for luck. He later switched it to 2999.Besides his car collection, the actor also owns a Harley Davidson and Ducati Multistrada, which are believed to be his prized possessions.
A Watch Collection Worth a Fortune
Nothing speaks luxury, quite like an impressive watch collection with a price tag in crores. Dutt reportedly owns a large collection of wrist watches that range between Rs 27 lakh to Rs 65 lakh.
The Man Behind the Fortune
While he may be enjoying a lavish lifestyle now, Dutt’s journey to the top has been one of reinvention, trials, controversies and hardships. As he turns 65, his life remains a compelling mix of stardom, style, and substance.