**India’s Richest YouTuber Tanmay Bhat? Comedian Rubbishes Claims**
*By Shreya Mukherjee | Oct 06, 2025, 04:15 PM*
**What’s the story?**
Tanmay Bhat, co-founder of the comedy collective All India Bakchod (AIB), has been declared India’s richest YouTuber with an astounding net worth of ₹665 crore. According to a report by Tech Informer’s MyJar Blog, Bhat has surpassed popular YouTubers like CarryMinati, Samay Raina, and Technical Guruji.
While there is no denying Bhat’s significant growth as a digital influencer, the comedian himself has dismissed the net worth claim.
**Bhat’s response**
Reacting humorously to the news on X (formerly Twitter), Bhat wrote,
*“Bhai itne paise hote toh main YouTube membership nahi bech raha hota.”*
(Translation: If I had that much money, I wouldn’t be selling YouTube memberships.)
**Top 5 Richest Indian YouTubers**
The report also lists the top five richest YouTubers in India as follows:
– Tanmay Bhat – ₹665 crore
– Technical Guruji (Gaurav Chaudhary) – ₹356 crore
– Samay Raina – ₹140 crore
– CarryMinati (Ajey Nagar) – ₹131 crore
– BB Ki Vines (Bhuvan Bam) – ₹122 crore
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**Career Transition: Bhat’s Journey of Reinvention**
Whether or not Bhat’s net worth stands at ₹665 crore, his path to success is undeniably a story of continuous reinvention. After AIB disbanded in 2018, Bhat did not disappear from the digital scene. Instead, he reinvented himself through live streaming and reaction videos.
Today, his humor is sharper and deeply rooted in internet culture. His commentary and reaction videos on YouTube attract millions of loyal followers. Beyond content creation, Bhat has also ventured into investing in startups and collaborating with prominent brands.
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**Initial Success: From College Skits to Digital Entertainment Titan**
Tanmay Bhat’s journey began with college skits and open mic performances, eventually leading to producing some of India’s most viral comedy sketches under the banner of AIB.
His early success mirrored the rapid evolution of India’s digital entertainment landscape. By tapping into the growing demand for relatable humor and edgy commentary, Bhat was able to monetize his audience through brand partnerships, live events, and merchandise.
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**Economic Impact: The Explosive Growth of India’s Creator Economy**
The report highlights the booming digital creator economy in India. YouTube has transformed from a simple video-sharing platform into a comprehensive business ecosystem, where creators earn from various revenue streams including sponsorships and product lines.
According to an EY report, India’s influencer market is projected to exceed ₹3,000 crore by 2026. Tanmay Bhat’s story exemplifies this new era, demonstrating how creativity and reinvention can turn an online presence into an empire worth hundreds of crores.
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*Check out Tanmay Bhat’s tweet [here](https://twitter.com/TanmayBhat/status/)*
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**Tags:** Tanmay Bhat, All India Bakchod, AIB, Indian YouTubers, Digital Creator Economy, CarryMinati, Technical Guruji, BB Ki Vines, Samay Raina, YouTube India, Influencer Market
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