Shah Rukh Khan with his talent manager Pooja Dadlani
Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, known as the ‘King of Bollywood,’ has a lot of legacy to handle single-handedly. Accordingly, he owes a part of his enduring success to his long-time manager, Pooja Dadlani.
Since 2012, Dadlani has steered Khan’s professional empire, handling his films, production house Red Chillies Entertainment, and IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders. Additionally, her strategic role also extends to brand endorsements, public appearances, and financial decisions, making her indispensable to SRK’s career.
Pooja Dadlani reportedly earns an annual salary of Rs 7 to 9 crore, translating to roughly Rs 70 lakh per month, as per industry reports. Moreover, her net worth is estimated at around Rs 45 to 50 crore, accumulated through her decade-long partnership with Khan and savvy investments.
In a recent move, she moved into a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra, valued between Rs 5.63–7.88 crore, which was designed by Shah Rukh Khan’s wife, Gauri Khan.
Before managing Shah Rukh, Pooja Dadlani briefly handled actress Deepika Padukone’s career, as revealed by director Farah Khan.
Married to Hitesh Gurnani, director of Lista Jewels, since 2008, she balances her high-pressure job with raising her daughter, Reyna. Curiously, her family ties also include a relation to Dia Mirza’s husband, Vaibhav Rekhi, deepening her Bollywood network.
Dadlani’s success is visible in her luxury cars and Mumbai properties. She is also often seen accompanying SRK to events, IPL matches, and meetings, cementing her reputation as a trusted confidante.