Outlook Business Desk
Vivek Oberoi’s reported net worth is Rs 1200 crore, making him one of the wealthiest actors in Bollywood. However, most of his wealth comes from his entrepreneurial ventures and business decisions, successfully balancing his careers as both an actor and businessman
Even before entering the entertainment world, Vivek Oberoi showed a keen interest in earning and managing money. By the age of 15, he explored business ideas, took up small gigs like voiceover assignments and hosting shows, and started investing in the stock market and commodity trading in his late teens
At just 19, Vivek Oberoi launched a tech startup, which he sold to a multinational corporation by the age of 22. This early entrepreneurial success boosted his confidence and laid the foundation for his future business ventures, all while balancing his acting career
Vivek Oberoi manages a diverse business portfolio through his Oberoi Family Office, with 60 per cent in steady investments like equities and funds, and 40 per cent in hands-on "sexy" investments, including private equity and quick-turnaround ventures
Thanks to his successful investments, Vivek Oberoi enjoys financial security, allowing him to choose acting roles that inspire him artistically, free from monetary pressures. He emphasized, “I don’t have to bow to a lobby or do work that doesn’t inspire me.
While business plays a significant role in Vivek Oberoi’s life, acting remains his first passion. He continues to pursue roles that align with his creative instincts. Recently, he completed filming Grey, directed by Vishal Ranjan Mishra, co-starring Nithya Menon
Vivek Oberoi has expanded into sectors like real estate, technology, and jewelry, with his diamond company, Solitario, growing rapidly. He credits his father, Suresh Oberoi, for instilling financial discipline, helping him thrive in both business and acting