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Zakir Hussain

Zakir Hussain Net Worth

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Zakir Hussain's net worth is currently estimated at $5M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

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Net Worth Timeline

1970$0.05MC

Early Career and Touring

Zakir Hussain starts his career touring and performing with renowned musicians. His net worth is small at this early stage.

1975$0.2M+300%C

International Recognition Begins

Hussain gains international recognition for his exceptional tabla playing. His net worth gradually increases.

1991$0.5M+150%B

Planet Drum Release

Planet Drum wins a Grammy, significantly boosting his recognition. His net worth increases moderately.

1999$1.2M+140%B

Tabla Beat Science Project

Hussain founds Tabla Beat Science, blending Indian classical with electronica, expanding his audience. He gets more royalties.

2009$2M+67%B

Crosscurrents Project Launched

He starts the crosscurrents project bridging jazz and Indian classical music. It becomes a global phenomenon.

2016$3M+50%B

Global Music Ambassador

Hussain continues to collaborate with artists from diverse genres, cementing his role as a musical ambassador. His net worth continues to grow.

2026$5M+67%B

Legacy and Continued Performance

Zakir Hussain continues to perform and teach, preserving and promoting Indian classical music worldwide. His influence remains significant.

Last updated: February 25, 2026