26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
How 'Ramaiya Vastavaiya' star Girish Kumar, who acted in just two films, became richer than Aamir Khan
Girish Kumar, who debuted in Bollywood in 2013 opposite Shruti Haasan in Ramaiya Vastavaiya , quietly exited the film industry after just two films. Today, he's not just a former actor but also the Chief Operating Officer of Tips Industries—one of India's leading music and entertainment companies—with a personal net worth estimated at ₹2,164 crore, making him wealthier than many Bollywood superstars, including Aamir Khan.
Born into the influential Taurani family, Girish is the son of producer Kumar S. Taurani and nephew of Ramesh Taurani—co-founders of Tips Industries. After a brief stint in films, which included the 2016 box office failure Loveshhuda , Girish transitioned to the family business.
Despite Ramaiya Vastavaiya performing moderately at the box office (₹38 crore), it gained cult popularity through television reruns and a chart-topping soundtrack, especially Atif Aslam's 'Jeena Laga Hoon.' Girish was even nominated for Best Debut awards, but he soon chose a different path.
By 2024, Tips Industries had reached a market capitalization of over ₹10,500 crore. As COO, Girish has played a pivotal role in scaling the company. His corporate stake and executive role have significantly contributed to his massive personal wealth, surpassing the likes of Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and even Aamir Khan, whose net worth is pegged around ₹1,900 crore. Recently spotted in Mumbai after years out of the limelight, Girish sparked fan nostalgia. Dressed casually in a white tee and jeans, the former romantic lead looked far removed from his film days—but very much successful in his new avatar.
Now married to his childhood sweetheart Krsna and a father, Girish lives in Mumbai and continues to work behind the scenes at Tips. His story is a rare case of reinvention—proving that sometimes, one movie is all it takes to build a lasting legacy, if you know where to go next.
