Once celebrated as one of Bollywood’s most vivacious actresses, Preity Zinta has seamlesslytransitioned from reel life to real-world business success. After stepping away from films, Zintabuilt a thriving second act as a businesswoman, investor, and global icon—proving her mettle farbeyond the spotlight.
Her most notable venture began in 2008 when she invested ₹35 crore in the IPL franchise KingsXI Punjab (now Punjab Kings). Back then, many viewed it as a risky gamble for a Bollywoodstar. Fast forward to 2022, the team’s valuation skyrocketed to $925 million, marking aphenomenal return on investment. Zinta earns through multiple IPL revenue streams includingticket sales, brand sponsorships, and digital rights.
Now with a net worth of ₹183 crore (approx. $22 million), Zinta resides in Beverly Hills withher husband Gene Goodenough and their twins, Jai and Gia, born via surrogacy in 2021.
Despite her LA base, her loyalty to Punjab Kings remains unwavering—cheering passionately from thestands even as the team narrowly lost the IPL 2025 final by just 6 runs.
Beyond cricket, Preity co-owned a South African T20 team and has invested in tech startups andproduction ventures. She also owns prime real estate, including a ₹17.01 crore Pali Hillsapartment and a ₹7 crore home in Shimla, alongside a luxury fleet of cars.
Her commitment to causes like women’s safety, blood donation, and HIV/AIDSawareness—paired with her academic background in criminal psychology—underscores amulti-dimensional persona. And after a 7-year film break, she is returning to the big screen withLahore 1947, produced by Aamir Khan and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, reportedly earning₹10 crore for the role.
