Agastya Nanda, the grandson of Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, hails from a family empire that seamlessly blends cinematic legacy with significant business ventures. The Nanda-Bachchan family's estimated worth is around ₹5000 crore, derived from diverse sources, including political and entrepreneurial endeavors.
The Bachchan Legacy
Amitabh Bachchan, often called the "Shah of Bollywood," has a net worth of $400 million (approximately ₹3,190 crore). He has earned numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to Indian cinema, including the Padma Shri and the Knight of the Legion of Honour by the French Government. Beyond acting, Bachchan has investments in real estate, including five bungalows in Mumbai's Juhu-Vile Parle Development Scheme. Together with his wife, Jaya Bachchan, their combined wealth is estimated at ₹1,578 crore. Jaya Bachchan's income comes from film roles, endorsements, and her salary as a Member of Parliament, while Amitabh's income is more varied, including earnings from acting, endorsements, interest, rent, dividends, capital gains, and revenue from a solar power plant. In 2024-25, Amitabh reportedly earned ₹350 crore, making him one of India's highest taxpayers.
Nikhil Nanda's Business Acumen
Agastya Nanda's father, Nikhil Nanda, is the Chairman and Managing Director of Escorts Kubota Limited, a multinational engineering conglomerate specializing in agricultural machinery and construction equipment. Escorts Kubota Limited has a market capitalization of approximately ₹40,000 crore (about $4.75 billion) as of November 2025. Nikhil Nanda's leadership has been instrumental in transforming Escorts into a global player in the agri-machinery sector. Under his guidance, Escorts entered into a strategic partnership with Japan's Kubota Corporation, leading to the company's rebranding as Escorts Kubota Limited in 2022. For the fiscal year 2024, the firm reported a revenue of ₹9,248 crore (about $1.1 billion). Nikhil Nanda's net worth is estimated to be around ₹60 crores. He also draws a salary of nearly ₹13 crore.
The Younger Generation
Agastya Nanda made his acting debut in Zoya Akhtar's The Archies (2023). Following this, he starred in Sriram Raghavan's war film Ikkis, released on January 1, 2026, where he reportedly earned ₹70 lakh for his role. Agastya has also ventured into entrepreneurship, investing in a fast-casual dining chain that promotes healthy eating. His sister, Navya Naveli Nanda, is an entrepreneur and social advocate. She co-founded Aara Health, a women-centric health-tech company.
The Nanda-Bachchan family continues to expand its influence across industries, blending Bollywood glamour with entrepreneurial success.
