Anil Kapoor still earns from 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire. Know how much

Actor Anil Kapoor revealed he still receives royalties for his role in the 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire. The actor shared the anecdote during his session at the India Today Conclave 2026 in New Delhi.

Actor Anil Kapoor continues to receive payments for his appearance in the 2008 Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire. He made the admission while speaking on day 1 of India Today Conclave 2026, which was held at Taj Palace in New Delhi.

During a session titled The Ageless Revel: Rewriting the Rules of Stardom, the 69-year-old noted the enduring impact the film has had on his career.

Speaking at the conclave, Anil said, "I must share this with you. It's a very emotional moment. It's been more than a decade and a half, and yesterday, again, I got a pay cheque for Slumdog Millionaire."

When asked about the sums involved, he explained, "Yesterday, it was 3,000 pounds. I pay all my taxes so I can say this. I am going to get almost half a million pounds. So, I am a millionaire. I didn't ask for it. They gave it themselves."

The veteran actor shared his reason for signing the film by director Danny Boyle. “I did that movie to educate myself. I want to learn, and that's how I stay relevant,” he said.

The 69-year-old added that the team had initially told him they could not afford his fee, so he offered to do the film for free. “They said they can’t afford me. I was like, ‘Did I ask for the money?’ I said, ‘I’ll do it for free.’ This is what they have done themselves.”