Vivek Oberoi reveals how shifting to Dubai helped him build a Rs 1200 crore real estate empire: ‘This feels more like home now'
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In a recent interview with Dubai Property Insider,
credited his move to Dubai as the turning point in his entrepreneurial journey.
He shared that he initially relocated to the UAE during the COVID-19 pandemic as a temporary move, but what began as a short-term shift ended up becoming a long-term lifestyle decision.
'I came here during COVID initially. It was supposed to be a short-term move, and I just loved the experience.
I asked my family, and democratically, the family voted to stay,' Vivek said, adding, 'It's so close to home that we don't feel we are far away. We fly home for the weekend, fly home every holiday that we get and now slowly, over the last 4 years, this has started feeling more like home.'
Dubai's culture and freedom helped him thrive
Vivek praised Dubai for providing the ideal mix of safety, freedom, and business opportunity.
He believes that the UAE's welcoming atmosphere has been key to his success.
'You have complete freedom. Just respect the local laws, customs, and people, and you have no problem. It's a conflict-free, relaxed space where you can thrive,' he added.
Vivek Oberoi confesses he wanted to 'end things' at one point: 'Which is why I related to what happened with Sushant Singh Rajput..'
The actor, who began his journey in Bollywood with Ram Gopal Varma's Company, is the son of veteran actor and businessman
. Though known for films like Yuva, Omkara, and Shootout at Lokhandwala, Vivek has long harboured a passion for business. He reportedly became a crorepati in his teens through early investments.
Today, Vivek heads BNW Developments, a UAE-based luxury real estate firm. According to Fortune India, the company's current valuation stands at a staggering USD 7 billion in assets.
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