Amitabh Bachchan and more Bollywood celebs who once went bankrupt

Bollywood celebs who went bankrupt

Do you know, several Bollywood celebrities suffered financial losses in the past? Yes, you read that right! From Shah Rukh Khan to Amitabh Bachchan; a look at B-town celebs who went bankrupt.

Shah Rukh Khan

Did you know, that Shah Rukh Khan gave his all for Ra.One film and he co-produced the film with his wife Gauri Khan. The film was 150 crore and there were rumours that he signed blank cheques during the production process. The film did not do well at the box office. SRK managed to bounce back with Don 2 and Jab Tak Hai Jaan.

Govinda

Actor Govinda had a successful period in Bollywood. After 4 years of not receiving any offers, he fell into debt and also broke down in front of the media. He even said that he was not able to hire an auto rickshaw. Salman Khan gave him Partner film and helped him get back on his feet.

Sunny Deol

Gadar 2 star Sunny Deol who was once a big name in the Bollywood industry was struggling financially. Do you know, his house was held for auction due to non-payment of a bank loan?

Shilpa Shetty

As per reports, Shilpa Shetty was unable to complete a video shoot for her cricket team as she was short on money. She managed to overcome her struggle and bounced back.

Preity Zinta

Actress Preity Zinta returned to Bollywood in 2013 and produced a film Ishkq in Paris. The film did not do well and the diva suffered financial losses. She got help from her friend Salman Khan.

Amitabh Bachchan

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan also faced financial struggles in the past. In 1999, he reported having debts of over Rs. 90 crore due to a failed venture with his production company. He reportedly reached out to filmmaker Yash Chopra for a role and got a part in Mohabbatein. The film helped him get back on his feet and later he also got Kaun Banegag Crorepati.

Jackie Shroff

Actor Jackie Shroff revealed that he had taken a loan from filmmaker Sajid Nadiadwala in 2008. Due to flop films, he was not able to repay his loan. Reportedly, he had to sell off his real estate properties.

Anupam Kher

Actor Anupam Kher's filmmaking career was not successful and he soon became bankrupt. He launched an acting school in 2004 and recovered from his losses.