Ram Kapoor, one of Indian television’s most familiar faces, recently found himself clarifying a statement that sparked quite a conversation. Known for his roles in popular daily soaps and several Bollywood films, the actor had earlier remarked that top television stars like himself, Ronit Roy, and Sakshi Tanwar had made enough money to secure the future of their next four generations. While that statement made headlines, Ram has now explained what he truly meant.
In a conversation with Republic World, the actor addressed the viral comment and shared the context behind it. According to Ram, the original question put to him was about how much top TV actors typically earn. He found the query oddly vague and tried to answer thoughtfully. “Then he asked who do you consider in the same league as you and I answered Sakshi Tanwar and Ronit Roy,” Ram explained.
He went on to describe how the conversation shifted from earnings to financial security. When asked how much he, Sakshi, and Ronit might have made, Ram emphasized that success in television can be lucrative but only when paired with financial wisdom. He clarified that if a top-level TV actor makes smart investment choices early in their career, the income from a long-running hit show could indeed be enough to provide lasting financial security. “Like Ronit and Sakshi has 100 percent done,” Ram said.
The actor was quick to refute the assumption that he had personally amassed wealth to sustain future generations. He admitted that while television work pays consistently, it’s smart investment decisions that determine long-term security. Ram drew a sharp contrast between television and film work, noting that while film actors might face long gaps between projects, television actors, especially those headlining successful shows, enjoy steady income for several years.
He pointed out how this consistency in television can turn into a financial advantage if handled wisely. Citing an example, he mentioned Sakshi Tanwar’s popular show Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, which ran for eight years. According to him, earning a sizable monthly income for such an extended period can accumulate into an impressive amount if invested properly. “Now when you know making that kind of money every month for eight years, it is a very very big amount,” Ram noted.
However, he stressed that no amount of earnings would ever be enough if one failed to invest. He believed the key lies in long-term planning, saving early, and not squandering earnings as they come. “If you invest that money wisely from the very beginning, then by the time your career is towards its end, you will have enough money for everything that you need, but the bottom thing is, if you don’t invest in if you keep spending that money, then no amount is enough,” he added.
Over the years, Ram Kapoor became one of the highest-paid television actors in the country. From Kasamh Se to Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, his shows struck a chord with viewers. His popularity soon transcended into films, with appearances in titles like Student of the Year, Agent Vinod, and Udaan. Now his OTT show MISTRY is also getting warm acceptance from audience.
