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Detailed explanation-1: -By India Today Web Desk: Akshay Kumar has become the only Indian to feature in Forbes’ list of World’s Highest-Paid Celebrities of 2019. The actor ranks 33rd on the coveted list, which is topped by hitmaker Taylor Swift.

Detailed explanation-2: -In 2019, actor Akshay Kumar was the leading celebrity in India with earnings valued at over 2.9 billion Indian rupees. The actor Salman Khan and the cricketer Sachin Tendulkar were some other prominent names in the list.

Detailed explanation-3: -Salman Khan topples Shah Rukh Khan to lead Forbes India Celebrity 100 list with Rs 270.33 cr. However, the 50-year-old Salman is ranked at No 2 in terms of fame, which is topped by ace cricketer Kohli.

Detailed explanation-4: -However, in terms of overall earnings and net worth Bollywood actor, Akshay Kumar, was in the lead and was the only Indian celebrity to be featured on the Forbes list of the world’s highest paid celebrities.

Detailed explanation-5: -In short, Akshay Kumar is the highest-paid and richest Indian Actor for 2022 and Bollywood’s highest-paid actor in 2022. As such, Bollywood actors and actresses are ranking on the Forbes list of the highest-paid and richest entertainers in the world right now.