The journey from the silver screen to the corridors of politics is one well-traveled by many, and Ravi Kishan stands tall among them. The Bhojpuri cinema superstar and Bollywood actor is not only a household name for his performances but also a successful member of Parliament for the BJP from Gorakhpur. Ravi Kishan has recently filed his nomination for the upcoming Lok Sabha Election 2024, boasting an impressive asset disclosure in crores.
Ravi Kishan's Legacy of Crores in Ancestral Wealth
According to his electoral affidavit, at the age of 55, Ravi Kishan possesses approximately ₹14.96 crores in movable assets and about ₹20.70 crores in immovable assets. This includes ancestral property worth roughly ₹2.55 crores. Moreover, his spouse Preeti Shukla owns immovable assets valued at ₹4.25 crores. Kishan also owns 318 grams of gold, worth nearly ₹9.38 lakhs, and his wife holds 210 grams of gold.
Lavish Mansions from Mumbai to Gorakhpur
The actor-turned-politician owns 11 houses, stretched from Mumbai to Gorakhpur, each commanding a price in crores. His property portfolio includes flats in Andheri West, Mumbai, Sky Viman Nagar, Pune, a bungalow in Jogeshwari, a flat in Oshiwaria, another flat in Goregaon West, Mumbai, and grand mansions in Gorakhpur and Jaunpur. Not to mention, Ravi Kishan also boasts a remarkable car collection featuring luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Jaguar, Street Bob, Fortuner, and Innova. Additionally, he owns a revolver and a rifle. Despite this wealth, Ravi Kishan's affidavit discloses a debt of ₹1.68 crores.
A Star's Journey: With ₹500 from His Mother to Mumbai's Bright Lights
Ravi Kishan was born on July 17, 1971, in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, in a financially constrained family. At the age of 17, he dreamt of a film career, took ₹500 from his mother, and made his way to Mumbai. His early struggles involved performing on stage to make ends meet, followed by roles in B-grade movies. However, his perseverance and acting prowess eventually paved the way for his remarkable achievements.
Ravi Kishan's Destiny to be Sealed on June 1st in EVM
After winning his Parliamentary seat from Gorakhpur in the 2019 elections, Ravi Kishan is once again in the fray. The final phase of the Lok Sabha elections, taking place on June 1st, 2024, will see Kishan contend with SP candidate Kajal Nishad, also a Bhojpuri cinema actress from the India coalition, in a head-to-head fight.
