A small handful of multi-talented performers in the entertainment industry have become successful businesses. These celebs have carved separate niches from health and wellness companies to influential projects while demonstrating their entrepreneurial drive.
Here's a look at some of Bollywood's great personalities who have made significant achievements in the business world with their imaginative brands.
Salman Khan
Salman Khan's Being Human brand combines fashion with philanthropy. The Salman Khan Foundation launched the brand in 2012 to promote education and healthcare programs in marginalised regions, creating a unique combination of elegance and social impact.
Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt’s Ed-a-Mamma is more than just a clothesline; it promotes sustainability and environmentally conscientious living. The business offers eco-friendly kids' playwear and nature-focused books, encouraging young minds to connect with the environment by combining style with a vision for a better future.
Rakul Preet Singh
Rakul Preet Singh is an entrepreneur pursuing her love for fitness via business projects promoting better living. She co-owns Newkind, a business focused on making period care simple, comfortable, and healthy for women, and NewBoo, a company that manufactures biodegradable nappies. She has also ventured into the culinary market with her restaurant Arambam, which serves wholesome and nutritious millet-based cuisine from India's origins.
Katrina Kaif
Katrina Kaif's Kay Beauty has carved itself into the beauty business by focusing on health, well-being, and improving natural beauty. The company embodies Katrina's belief in the power of inner and outer beauty, offering goods that boost confidence and promote self-care.
Kriti Sanon
Kriti Sanon continues to make her mark as both a dynamic performer and a leading entrepreneur. She developed The Tribe India, a fitness brand that promotes a healthy lifestyle, and Hyphen, a skincare line that values self-care and natural beauty.
Kriti has also moved into film production with her company, Blue Butterfly Films, showcasing her enthusiasm and devotion to the entertainment business.