In the glitzy world of Bollywood, many actors rise and fade with barely a whisper. One such actor, who made a promising debut in the early 2010s alongside the likes of Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, and Sidharth Malhotra, quietly stepped away from the spotlight after just two films. Today, he commands a different kind of stage — the boardroom of a ₹8,500 crore company.
A Brief But Memorable Debut
Girish Kumar, who burst onto the scene with the 2013 romantic drama Ramaiya Vastavaiya, seemed poised for a long Bollywood career. Directed by Prabhu Deva and co-starring Shruti Haasan, the film received average box office success but was noted for its popular soundtrack and Girish’s earnest performance. He even earned nominations for Best Debut.
However, his second film Loveshhuda (2016), failed to recreate that magic. Following its poor critical and commercial reception, Girish quietly exited the film industry, never returning to the screen again.
But his journey didn’t end there.
The son of renowned film producer Kumar S Taurani and nephew of Ramesh S Taurani, Girish joined the family business — Tips Industries — one of India’s most influential music and entertainment companies. He now serves as Chief Operating Officer (COO), playing a key role in shaping the company’s growth in a digital-first era.
From Stardom to Strategy
As of June 24, 2025, Tips Industries’ market capitalisation stood at ₹8,533.4 crore. Thanks to his stake in the company, Girish Kumar’s estimated personal wealth is around ₹2,164 crore — more than many leading Bollywood stars, including Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor.
Though no longer in the public eye, Girish was recently spotted in Mumbai. Now married to his childhood sweetheart Krsna and a father, he continues to build his legacy — not on screen, but in business.
From debuting in cinema to leading a media empire, Girish Kumar’s journey is a reminder that success in the entertainment industry isn’t limited to the silver screen.