Inside Agastya Nanda’s Rs 7014 Crore Legacy: How Nikhil Nanda’s Business Empire, Shweta Bachchan’s Rs 160 Crore Fortune, And Navya’s Ivy League Deg...

When you think of power families in India, few shine brighter than the Bachchans. They’re not just Bollywood royalty; they’re practically a dynasty — complete with talent, money, and legacy. Amitabh Bachchan, the man who redefined Indian cinema, and Jaya Bachchan, the actress-turned-parliamentarian, built an empire of influence and intellect. Yet, not every member of the clan took the cinematic route. Their daughter, Shweta Bachchan, carved her own niche away from film sets and arc lights. Married into the illustrious Nanda family, she became part of a business powerhouse that commands a Rs 7014 crore conglomerate, the Escorts Group. Meanwhile, her husband Nikhil Nanda continues the industrialist legacy, their daughter Navya Naveli Nanda drives

conversations about women’s health and equality, and their son Agastya Nanda represents the family’s new-generation glamour in Bollywood. But amidst all this success — the question begs to be asked — who really holds the biggest fortune in Agastya’s family?

Nikhil Nanda: The Industrialist Steering a Rs 7014 Crore Ship

Estimated Net Worth: Rs 60 crore As the Chairman and Managing Director of Escorts Kubota Limited, Nikhil Nanda is not merely maintaining a family business — he’s reimagining it for modern India. The company, an engineering behemoth known for its tractors, construction equipment, and agricultural solutions, recorded a revenue of Rs 7014 crore in 2021, as per The Economic Times and GQ. Fun fact: Escorts was founded in 1944 and has since evolved from a small import business into one of India’s leading engineering giants — almost as old as independent India itself. With a reported salary of Rs 13.1 crore and a 36.59% stake in the company (Lifestyle Asia), Nikhil’s financial standing is formidable — though not quite at Bollywood levels of fortune. Born into privilege, Nikhil is the son of the late Rajan Nanda, a respected industrialist, and Ritu Nanda, who once made waves as a record-breaking LIC agent. True to his pedigree, he’s a graduate of the prestigious Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania — where, interestingly, several global business tycoons have studied, including Donald Trump.

Shweta Bachchan: The Entrepreneur with a Touch of Legacy

Estimated Net Worth: Rs 160 crore (Source: Times of India) Shweta Bachchan may have chosen not to face the camera, but she’s far from living in her father’s shadow. Her net worth saw a spectacular leap when Amitabh Bachchan gifted her the family’s Juhu property, Prateeksha, reportedly valued at Rs 50 crore (Times of India). Known for her elegant public presence, Shweta has built her own brand of quiet sophistication. She’s an author, columnist, entrepreneur, and even briefly, a model. Her fashion label MxS, co-founded with designer Monisha Jaising, reflects her contemporary style sensibility — blending glamour with comfort. An alumna of Boston University and a former student in Switzerland, Shweta has shown a consistent flair for reinvention. While her father’s net worth stands at a staggering Rs 3,190 crore (CNBC TV18), Shweta’s growing wealth and independence mark her as one of the most influential members of the Bachchan–Nanda family. Fun fact: Shweta once appeared alongside Amitabh Bachchan in a Kalyan Jewellers ad — a rare moment when father and daughter shared the screen.

Navya Naveli Nanda: The New-Age Entrepreneur

Estimated Net Worth: Rs 16.58 crore (Source: DNA India) In an age where celebrity kids often chase fame, Navya Naveli Nanda is chasing impact. A graduate in Digital Technology & UX Design from Fordham University, New York, Navya has her sights firmly set on building businesses with a purpose. She co-founded Aara Health, a women-centric health-tech company offering accessible, scientifically backed healthcare products and services. According to Entrepreneur and DNA India, Aara Health has already reached turnover figures running into crores. If that wasn’t impressive enough, she also founded Project Naveli, a non-profit that addresses gender equality in education, domestic violence, economic independence, and health. Fun fact: Navya has publicly stated she doesn’t plan to enter Bollywood — making her one of the few from her lineage to consciously reject the spotlight in favour of social entrepreneurship.

Agastya Nanda: The Rising Star

Estimated Net Worth: Unknown He may not have a known fortune (yet), but Agastya Nanda carries immense potential — both as a performer and as a legacy bearer. The young actor, educated at Sevenoaks School, London, made his much-anticipated debut in Zoya Akhtar’s “The Archies” alongside star kids Suhana Khan and Khushi Kapoor. Though his acting career has only just begun, Agastya’s film presence and public reception have made him one to watch in the years ahead.

So, Who’s the Richest in the Nanda–Bachchan Lineage?

If we go purely by numbers, Shweta Bachchan currently leads the pack with an estimated net worth of Rs 160 crore — thanks in part to her inheritance, business ventures, and gifted real estate. Nikhil Nanda, despite heading a Rs 7014 crore empire, has a smaller personal net worth of Rs 60 crore, as reported. Navya, though still building her empire, stands at Rs 16.58 crore — an impressive figure for someone in her twenties. While Agastya Nanda may be the least wealthy for now, he could soon be the family’s next breakout star — both in fame and fortune. The Nanda–Bachchan family perfectly embodies India’s blend of cinema, business, and legacy. Whether it’s boardrooms, runways, or movie screens, every member of this illustrious family is making a mark in their own right. And while the numbers may tell one story, the influence, ambition, and legacy they carry tell another — one that money can’t quite measure.