For years, Abhay Deol was seen as the “thinking man’s actor” in a family associated with mass entertainers. While his cousins Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol enjoyed larger commercial success, Abhay chose unconventional cinema and built a reputation for meaningful roles. Today, the narrative around him is very different. He is now widely reported to be the wealthiest member of the Deol family, not because of box-office dominance, but due to smart financial decisions beyond films.
Net worth puts Abhay Deol ahead of Sunny and Bobby
According to Lifestyle Asia and Medium, Abhay Deol’s net worth in 2023–24 is estimated to be around ₹400 crore. In comparison, Sunny Deol is reported to be worth approximately ₹120 crore, while Bobby Deol’s net worth stands at about ₹70 crore. Even after both cousins delivered recent commercial hits, including ‘Gadar 2’, ‘Jaat’ and ‘Animal’, their combined wealth still falls short of Abhay’s reported fortune.Reports further state that Abhay earns close to ₹10 crore annually from his acting projects, which now largely include streaming platforms rather than theatrical releases. Despite not being a regular presence in big-budget films, his earnings have remained steady thanks to selective roles and consistent work across platforms.
Business investments and property created his wealth
The real reason behind Abhay’s massive fortune is diversification. As reported by Lifestyle Asia, Abhay moved into entrepreneurship early in his career by co-founding the restaurant chain ‘The Fatty Cow’. This business venture reportedly proved highly profitable and became one of his strongest non-film income sources.He also set up his own production banner, Forbidden Films, which allowed him greater creative control and a share in backend profits. In addition to business ventures, property investments form a major part of his net worth. Abhay reportedly purchased his Mumbai home for nearly ₹27 crore several years ago, the value of which has since multiplied substantially.Reports further claim that he owns multiple properties across Mumbai and Punjab, as well as a much-talked-about eco-friendly glass house in Goa. These real estate holdings are said to contribute significantly to his overall net worth.
Abhay Deol’s philosophy on money and fame
In a 2022 interview with ETimes, Abhay openly spoke about his relationship with wealth, admitting that money was never his definition of success. He explained that satisfaction comes from personal freedom and authenticity rather than fame or financial power. According to him, the ability to choose meaningful projects matters more than chasing stardom or box-office numbers.Meanwhile, on the work front, Abhay was last seen in ‘Bun Tikki’, alongside Zeenat Aman and Shabana Azmi and in the Netflix miniseries ‘Trial By Fire’, which was widely appreciated for its sensitive storytelling and his restrained performance.
