Ronnie Screwvala
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A brief biography
As of 2025 Apr
Only Billionaire in Bollywood
Ronnie Screwvala has become the only billionaire emerging from the Hindi film industry, according to Forbes' 2025 list. With an estimated net worth of $1.5 billion, he now surpasses Bollywood megastars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan in terms of wealth.
Ronnie From Cable TV to Cinema
Screwvala's journey started far from the glitz of Bollywood. He began with a modest toothbrush business and later pioneered one of India’s earliest cable TV ventures during the 1980s, capitalizing on the country’s shift to color television.
Creator of UTV and Iconic Content
In 1990, he founded UTV, a production company that went on to make several acclaimed films such as Rang De Basanti, Swades, and Jodhaa Akbar, alongside popular TV shows. His vision helped shape modern Indian entertainment during the early 2000s.
Big Disney Deal & New Beginnings
In a landmark move, he sold UTV to The Walt Disney Company in 2012. He later returned to filmmaking by launching RSVP Movies, which produced successful titles like Uri: The Surgical Strike and Kedarnath.
Beyond Bollywood: A Business Mogul
Ronnie Screwvala has also made waves outside of entertainment. He's the force behind ventures like UpGrad (an ed-tech platform), Unilazer Ventures, and USports, proving his business acumen extends far beyond films.
