Vivek Oberoi Reveals How He Raised 12 Crore at Age 19
Vivek Oberoi Reveals How He Raised 12 Crore at Age 19
Actor-entrepreneur Vivek Oberoi continues to surprise fans—not just with his cinematic performances, but with his impressive achievements in the corporate world. In an exclusive conversation with Pinkvilla, the Mastii 4 star opened up about his lesser-known entrepreneurial beginnings and how he raised a staggering ₹12 crore at just 19 years old, long before he became a household name in Bollywood.
“I Was Never Afraid of Hard Work” – Vivek on His Learning Mindset
Vivek revealed that his entrepreneurial journey was rooted in his relentless curiosity and hunger for knowledge.
He shared:
“Mehnat karne se kabhi darr nahi lagta tha aur seekhne ka bahut shauk tha… logon ko guru bana lete the aur bolte the sikhaao, sab sikhaao.”
(I was never afraid of hard work and loved learning. I would sit with experts, make them my gurus, and ask them to teach me everything.)
This constant drive to learn eventually led him to build his first business venture — a supercritical fluid extraction plant, a highly specialised and technology-driven project far ahead of its time. The actor revealed that the plant turned out to be a major success and he eventually exited the business with significant returns. – Vivek Oberoi Reveals How He Raised 12 Crore at Age 19
Raising ₹12 Crore at 19 — A Milestone That Sparked His Corporate Rise
Vivek reminisced about the moment that changed his professional trajectory:
“19 ki umar mein 12 crore rupaye raise kiye… khud ka contribution 20-25 lakh tha. Acha raha, sabne paisa kamaya.”
(At 19, I raised ₹12 crore with my own contribution being just ₹20–25 lakh. It went well — everyone earned money.)
He added that he always prioritised investors’ interests, a principle that shaped his credibility in the business world. – Vivek Oberoi Reveals How He Raised 12 Crore at Age 19
From Co-Founder to Global Investor
What began as a hands-on entrepreneurial role evolved into something bigger. With time, Vivek’s responsibilities shifted:
“Shuruaat co-founder ke roop mein ki… phir dheere dheere advisor aur investor ban gaya. Ab family office run karta hoon UAE aur Mauritius se.”
(I started as a co-founder, later became an advisor and investor. Now I focus solely on running my family offices in the UAE and Mauritius.)
Today, Vivek oversees multiple ventures through these family offices, managing cross-border investments and large-scale business operations.
A Busy Career Ahead in Cinema
Alongside his business success, Vivek is gearing up for an exciting phase in films. He is currently promoting his upcoming adult comedy Mastii 4, while also preparing for major releases:
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Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit starring Prabhas
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Namit Malhotra’s Ramayana featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Yash
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Rumoured role as the antagonist in Rishab Shetty’s historical epic The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
With a strong film lineup and a thriving global business portfolio, Vivek Oberoi continues to reinvent himself — proving that his journey extends far beyond the big screen.
Vivek Oberoi Reveals How He Raised 12 Crore at Age 19
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