Shah Rukh Khan is world's 4th richest actor, beats Tom Cruise and George Clooney

Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan is the fourth richest actor in the world, according to World Of Statistics. Photo: AFP

Shah Rukh Khan is certainly living up to his title as the "King Of Bollywood".

In a tweet published by global analytics firm, World Of Statistics, on Sunday (Jan 8), the 57-year-old actor is revealed to have a net worth of US$770mil (RM3.37bil).

This makes him the fourth richest actor and the richest Asian actor in the world.

He managed to beat stars like Tom Cruise, Jackie Chan and George Clooney who have a net worth of US$620mil (RM2.71bil), US$520mil (RM2.27bil) and US$500mil (RM2.19bil) respectively.

According to CNBC, Khan generates income not only from movies, but also from endorsement deals with brands like Pepsi, Tag Heuer, LUX and Big Basket.

He is the recipient of 15 Filmfare Awards and 17 Screen Awards.

He also holds multiple state honours including the Padma Shri (the fourth highest civilian award which recognises significant contributions in arts, science or social and public affairs) by the Government Of India.

Meanwhile, American comedian Jerry Seinfeld topped the list followed by renowned filmmaker Tyler Perry who are both worth US$1bil (RM4.37bil).

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson placed third with a net worth of US$800mil (RM3.5bil).

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