Rajkummar Rao, National Award‑winning actor, is gearing up to play Sourav “Dada” Ganguly in his long‑awaited biopic. The news was officially confirmed by Rajkummar during a candid conversation with NDTV, where he said, “Now that Dada has already said it, let me also make it official – yes, I am playing him in his biopic.”
Stepping into the world of one of India’s most iconic cricketers is no small feat. Rajkummar admitted that the role is “a huge responsibility.” Fortunately, Ganguly himself has green‑lit the casting. He said, “I think the right person is doing it… I’ll help him with everything.” He even added, “Rajkummar has been locked for the film. I don’t think anyone else can play me better than him.”
Though not much is known about the project, media reports suggest that Vikramaditya Motwane will direct the film, with Luv Films backing the production. But how rich is the cricketer and the actor playing him? We look at the net worth of Rajkummar Rao and Sourav Ganguly.
How rich is Rajkummar Rao? His net worth
Not long ago, there were reports doing the round that Rajkummar’s net worth is Rs 100 crore. He was quick to dismiss them as rumours during a chat on Unfiltered with Samdish.
“Yaar, honestly itna paisa hai nahi jitna logon ko lagta hoga… EMI chal rahi hai… Itna nahi hai ki aaj mann kiya showroom mein ja ke ‘Sir, 6 crore ki’, ‘De de’.”
The Bhool Chuk Maaf actor is still paying off EMIs for his hefty home loan. And while a Rs 6 crore luxury car isn’t on the table, he joked that a Rs 50 lakh ride could be doable, “but discussion hoga.”
According to various media reports, Rajkummar’s wealth stands near Rs 81 crore. This comprises his earnings from films, Rs 5-6 crore per project reportedly. He reportedly charged Rs 6 crore for Stree 2. His brand endorsements earn him Rs 1–2 crore per deal.
Rajkummar Rao home
Born into a 16‑member joint family in Gurgaon, Rajkummar moved to Mumbai with a couple of roommates, often crashing on the floor. Fast forward to today, he’s now the owner of a stunning triplex in Juhu, which was once the property of Janhvi Kapoor, costing roughly Rs 44 crore.
Sourav ganguly net worth
Sourav Ganguly, on the other hand, never had humble beginnings. Hailing from a wealthy and influential family in Kolkata, Sourav Ganguly was born on July 8, 1972. With an impressive cricketing career, Ganguly was known for his fierce leadership, which led his team to several victories, and even to the World Cup finals in 2003.
Ganguly made his international debut in 1992, but his breakout moment came in 1996, when he hit a remarkable century in Test debut at Lord’s. This made him a dependable name instantly, and he went on to become the captain of the Indian cricket team from 2000 to 2005.
Net worth and wealth
With an estimated fortune of around Rs 700 crore, Ganguly is one of India’s wealthiest sports personalities. His earnings come from multiple sources – from cricket to endorsements, investments, real estate and more.
His real estate investments include a 2-bedroom flat in Central London and a lavish Kolkata residence, which is reportedly worth around Rs 7 crore. Off the field, Ganguly has also invested in startups such as Flickstree and Classplus, which shows that he has a diverse portfolio.
After his retirement from playing cricket, Ganguly took on roles in cricket administration. His most notable stint was as the President of BCCI, where he earned Rs 5 crore annually. He also has endorsement deals with big brands like Puma, JSW Cement, DTDC, Ajanta Shoes, and My11 Circle. These endorsements earn him about Rs 2–3 crore per contract.
Sourav Ganguly’s car collection
The former captain’s garage is proof of his love for luxury cars. His fleet of high-end cars include some of the finest names in the world of cars, such as Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz, among others.