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We're talking about the queen of the television industry, director and producer Ekta Kapoor, who is currently celebrating her 50th birthday. Ekta Kapoor is well-known for her roles in the serials Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Pavitra Rishta, and Kasauti Zindagi Ki. But few people know that Ekta's first serial was Hum Paanch, which aired on Zee TV. It was a comic family show that was popular among the public in the 1990s, when Ekta was only 20 years old.
Ekta Kapoor was born to Bollywood legendary actors Jitendra and Shobha Kapoor. She also has a brother, Tusshar Kapoor. Ekta has been paying careful attention to the television and Bollywood industry since she was a child. She founded Balaji Telefilms with her father, under which many famous TV shows were produced. Following the popularity of Hum Paanch, she produced numerous successful series, including Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Kahin Kisi Roz, Kahin To Hoga, Kasauti Zindagi Ki, and Kutumba. Ekta's Benchmark In Industry
After establishing a strong presence in the television industry, Ekta Kapoor ventured into film and achieved success there. She produced popular films such as Kyunki Main Jhoot Nahi Bolta, Shootout at Lokhandwala, Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Ragini MMS, Ek Villain, and Main Tera Hero, which performed well at the box office. Along with this, Ekta ventured into the digital realm, creating various web series for Alt Balaji that are still very popular among the youngsters. Ekta Kapoor's Staggering Net Worth
When it comes to Ekta Kapoor's net worth, she is regarded as one of most successful female producers in the industry today. She not only proved herself but also provided platform for young performers. There is always something fresh to discover in her serials and flicks. According to a 2024 study, she has over Rs 104 crore in assets and earns more than Rs 30 crore annually.
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