Vivek Oberoi: From Bollywood Star to Multi-Business Tycoon
He’s not just an actor — Vivek Anand Oberoi has quietly built a powerful business empire across real estate, healthcare, education, and tech. Here’s how he made the leap from screen to strategy.
When you hear Vivek Oberoi, you might think of films like Saathiya or Company. But behind the actor is a sharp, visionary businessman who has invested in and co-founded multiple ventures — from affordable housing and education to fintech and startups.
Let’s explore the journey of how Vivek Anand Oberoi evolved from a Bollywood heartthrob to one of the smartest low-key business minds in India.
🧩 The Turning Point
While many actors pursue side businesses like restaurants or clothing lines, Vivek had different plans. His exposure to public life and social causes shaped his entrepreneurial mindset — with a focus on impact + growth.
🏠 1. Affordable Housing – Karrm Infrastructure
Vivek co-founded Karrm Infrastructure, a real estate company focused on building affordable homes for low-income families.
Key Highlights:
- Invested over ₹750 crore into low-cost housing
- Delivered more than 15,000 homes in Maharashtra
- Focus on sustainability and community development
- Gave free housing to sanitation workers and widows
“Business should not just make profits, but also uplift lives.” – Vivek Oberoi
🏥 2. Healthcare & Cancer Support
Vivek has invested heavily in healthcare through his foundation work and private ventures.
- Involved with Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA)
- Helped fund and grow healthcare startups that work on cancer detection
- Advocates for early screening and affordable treatment
💡 While not direct equity stake in hospitals, he’s known to support health-tech platforms actively.
💻 3. Tech & Startup Investments
Vivek is one of the early actors in India to take startups seriously. He’s invested in:
- iTrain – a digital education platform for skills training
- Vajra – a cybersecurity startup
- Partnered with fintech and digital learning platforms as advisor-investor
He also mentors young founders, especially in Tier 2/3 cities.
🎓 4. Education & Impact Ventures
His startup iTrain India helps train thousands of rural and semi-urban youth in digital skills — helping them become job-ready.
- Works with state governments and NGOs
- Offers soft skills, spoken English, and job interview training
- Focus: “skills for Bharat”
💰 Net Worth and Business Style
While Vivek maintains a relatively low profile, his estimated business valuation exceeds ₹200–300 crore, based on:
- Real estate holdings
- Brand equity in startups
- Advisor roles and equity partnerships
Business Philosophy:
“I don’t want to be the richest man, I want to be the most impactful one.”
📢 Why It Matters for You
Vivek Oberoi’s story proves:
✅ You don’t need to be a billionaire to build businesses
✅ Impact-driven ideas can become profitable ventures
✅ Diversification — from real estate to edtech — is the smart way forward
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This article is for informational purposes only. Financial figures are based on publicly available estimates and may not reflect actual valuations. Bitveen is not affiliated with any company mentioned.
Ankit Maheshwari