5 income sources of Kamal Haasan (apart from movies) that contribute to his net worth of Rs 177 Crore

An actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, singer, and television host — Kamal Haasan — is a man of many talents. One of the highest-earning actors in the country, the 69-year-old actor has been entertaining cinephiles with his on-screen performances for many decades now. With his last release Vikram hitting all the right notes at the box office, Haasan seems resolute about continuing his successful run with his upcoming projects such as Kalki 2898 AD, Indian 2, and Thug Life, all of which are scheduled to be released in cinemas soon.

A prominent figure in the Tamil film industry, Kamal Haasan has an impressive net worth of Rs 177 crore. Over the years, the veteran actor has diversified his financial portfolio by investing in various business sectors. Scroll down to learn about Kamal Haasan's different sources of income.

5 income sources of Kamal Haasan (apart from movies) that contribute to his net worth of Rs 177 Crore

Kamal Haasan established Raaj Kamal Films International in 1981. Since then, he has produced many exciting projects, such as Raja Paarvai, Chachi 420, Hey Ram, Mumbai Xpress, Vishwaroopam, and more.

Kamal Haasan signed his first-ever brand endorsement deal with popular textile brand Pothys in 2015. He donated his brand endorsement salary of Rs 16 crore to help children affected by HIV, according to a DNA report. Two years later, he was appointed as the brand ambassador of the Pro Kabaddi League franchise Tamil Thalaivas. The Tamil Thalaivas team is owned by the Indian Super League club Kerala Blasters, which was formerly owned by Sachin Tendulkar.

According to a Business Insider India report, Kamal Haasan launched his fashion label, House of Khaddar, in 2021. The veteran actor aims to promote Indian hand-woven material and clothing. Launching his brand in Chicago, Haasan said, "Chicago is a special city with a rich history. The desi culture here speaks for itself. We needed the right city to showcase our brands. The population here understands both fragrance and clothing more than anywhere else in North America."

Apart from acting, producing, and directing movies, Kamal Haasan has also been a part of many television shows. He has been hosting Bigg Boss Tamil since its first season. According to India Today, the 69-year-old actor has demanded a remuneration of Rs 130 crore for the seventh season of the popular reality drama.

Joining the likes of Amitabh Bachchan, Sunny Leone, Salman Khan, Rajinikanth, and others, Kamal Haasan invested in digital assets by launching his own NFTs (non-fungible tokens) in 2021. Sharing his excitement about the same, Haasan told The Economic Times, "I am excited to explore the emerging intersection of the digital and physical world, which is now becoming popularly known as the metaverse. My life’s journey of over six decades will be my offering for this metaverse."

The phenomenal success of Vikram propelled Kamal Haasan to a whole new league of actors who charge a staggering amount of money as their fee. According to a News18 report, Haasan has demanded Rs 150 crore as remuneration to reprise his role of Senapathy in Indian 2.