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4 days ago
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- First Post
Who is Ravi Ghai, Arjun Tendulkar's soon-to-be grandfather-in-law and business tycoon?
Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, reportedly got engaged to Saaniya Chandhok, granddaughter of Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai, on Wednesday. Ravi Ghai is a well-known name in the city's business circles and heads the Graviss Group, a conglomerate which has successful ventures in food and hospitality Arjun Tendulkar, son of legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, reportedly got engaged to Saaniya Chandhok on Wednesday (August 13). The ceremony was attended by close friends and family from both sides. So far, neither Arjun Tendulkar's nor Saaniya Chandhok's families have issued any official statement. Notably, Saaniya is the granddaughter of well-known Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai. But what more do we know about Ravi Ghai? Find out below: Who is Ravi Ghai? Ravi Ghai is a well-known figure in Mumbai's business and hospitality sector. He heads the Graviss Group, a conglomerate which has successful ventures in food and hospitality. He is the man behind well-known brands and properties like the InterContinental hotel at Marine Drive and the ice cream brand The Brooklyn Creamery. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD After completing his studies at Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration, Ghai took charge of the family business from his father, Iqbal Krishan Ghai, in 1967, The Economic Times said in a report. In the years that followed, he launched Kwality Ice Cream, started the Natraj Hotel (now InterContinental), and brought the Baskin-Robbins franchise to countries in the SAARC region. At present, he is the Non-Executive Chairman of Graviss Hospitality Ltd and holds roles in other companies. His son, Gaurav Ghai, currently serves as chairman of the Graviss Group. Graviss Food Solutions Private Limited, the main company of the group, posted revenue of Rs 624 crore in FY23-24, showing 20 per cent growth compared to the previous year. It has an authorised capital of Rs 2.23 crore and a paid-up capital of Rs 90,100. The family also owns the InterContinental Hotel in Mumbai, which is part of the InterContinental Hotels Group, a global hospitality brand valued at $18.43 billion in August 2025, according to News18. Who is Saaniya Chandhok? Saaniya Chandhok, granddaughter of Ravi Ghai, works as a Designated Partner and Director at Mumbai-based Mr. Paws Pet Spa & Store LLP, India Today reported. She is known for maintaining a low public profile. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD An Instagram post by the company shows that she founded the business. She graduated from the London School of Economics and, in late 2024, earned a Veterinary Technician diploma from the Worldwide Veterinary Service. Recently, online users found photos of Arjun's sister, Sara Tendulkar, taking selfies with Saaniya during a Jaipur trip earlier this year, as well as attending several IPL matches with her in past seasons. All about Arjun Tendulkar Arjun Tendulkar, unlike his father, is a left-arm medium pace bowler and represents Goa in domestic cricket. He has so far played 17 first-class matches, 18 List A games and 24 T20s. In his career so far, he has taken 37 wickets in red-ball cricket, 25 in List A and 27 in T20s. He has also scored 532 runs in first-class matches and 102 runs in List A games. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Arjun Tendulkar has so far played 17 first-class matches, 18 List A games and 24 T20s. PTI/File Photo The 25-year-old made his Ranji Trophy debut for Goa against Rajasthan in Porvorim on December 13, 2022. Batting at number seven in the first innings, he scored 120 runs from 207 deliveries. His father also scored a century on his Ranji debut. In the IPL, Arjun plays for Mumbai Indians. He made his debut in the tournament on April 16, 2023, against Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. In that match, he bowled two overs, conceded 17 runs, and did not take a wicket. In the IPL 2025 mega auction, Mumbai Indians bought him for Rs 30 lakh. However, he did not play any match for the Hardik Pandya-led side this season. With inputs from agencies
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Ravi Ghai net worth: Meet Saaniya Chandok's grandfather, Graviss Group head and the man behind Kwality Walls Ice Cream
India's legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar's son, Arjun Tendulkar, is reportedly engaged to Saaniya Chandok, the granddaughter of well-known Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai. The engagement is said to have taken place on Wednesday in an intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends. Saaniya comes from a prominent business family, with her grandfather Ravi Ghai heading the Graviss Group, a respected conglomerate in the food and hospitality sectors. Let's find out more about who Ravi Ghai is, the man linked to the popular ice cream brand. Under his leadership, the group has built iconic ventures like the InterContinental hotel at Marine Drive and the health-focused ice cream brand, The Brooklyn Creamery. The engagement marks the coming together of two celebrated legacies, one from the world of cricket and the other from the world of business. However, there is no official confirmation from Sachin Tendulkar or his son Arjun or the Ghai family about the engagement yet. Who is Ravi Ghai? According to a Crunchbase report, Ravi Ghai is the chairman of the Graviss Group. Graviss Hospitality Ltd is a company that owns and operates hotels and is a big name in Mumbai's hospitality and food-and-beverage industry. Not only this, but Ghai also played an important role in building up the Iqbal Krishen 'IK' Ghai's ice-cream business into an international entity. Ravi Ghai, the future grandfather-in-law, is a prominent part of a 70-year-old business family. Ghai completed his degree from Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration. He then continued the legacy of his father, Iqbal Krishan, in 1967, a year after graduating in 1966, as reported by the Mint. Iqbal Krishan Ghai, known as 'Maharaj of Ice Cream' Notably, for the unversed, Iqbal Krishan Ghai is called the 'Maharaj of Ice Cream', who started a small eatery business in Connaught Place in New Delhi, churning homemade ice cream for American troops during World War II. Following this, Krishan Ghai created Kwality Ice Cream, a brand that quickly became a household name in India for ice cream, choc bars and more. Family feud with son Gaurav Ghai, allegations of mistrust and more According to the Free Press Journal, Ravi complained to Mumbai's Marine Drive Police Station, accusing his son, Gaurav Ghai, of forgery, fraud, and taking control of the company without consent. Additionally, Ravi alleged that the issue occurred while he was undergoing cancer treatment. He also alleged that after his return from cancer treatment overseas, his son and daughter-in-law frequently brought him business documents to sign. Given his weakened condition, he signed them without questioning their consent. Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun Tendulkar gets engaged to business tycoon Ravi Ghai's granddaughter Saaniya Chandok.💍❤️#ArjunTendulkar #SaaniyaChandok#SaraTendulkar #SachinTendulkar A quick look at the Ghai family's net worth The Ghai family holds substantial wealth through its flagship enterprise, the Graviss Group, which owns the Brooklyn Creamery and manages the India franchise for Baskin-Robbins. The group's parent company, Graviss Food Solutions Private Limited, reported revenues of Rs 624 crore for the financial year 2023-24, marking a 20 per cent increase from the previous year. The company has an authorised capital of Rs 2.23 crore and a paid-up capital of Rs 90,100. Additionally, the family owns the InterContinental Hotel in Mumbai, which operates under the banner of the InterContinental Hotels Group, a global hospitality powerhouse valued at $18.43 billion as of August 2025.
Economic Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
Who is Ravi Ghai, Arjun Tendulkar's future grandfather-in-law and head of Graviss Group that runs Baskin Robbins, Kwality Ice Cream
Synopsis Arjun Tendulkar, son of Sachin Tendulkar, recently got engaged to Saaniya Chandok, granddaughter of Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai. Ghai, head of the Graviss Group, is currently embroiled in a family dispute with his son, Gaurav Ghai, over control of the company. Ravi Ghai accused Gaurav of fraud and misuse of authority, but police deemed it a family matter for arbitration. Agencies Ravi Ghai's relation with Saaniya Chandok and Arjun Tendulkar Arjun Tendulkar, son of former Indian cricket captain Sachin Tendulkar, is engaged to Saaniya Chandok, the granddaughter of Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai. The engagement took place in a private ceremony attended by close friends and Ghai heads the Graviss Group, which operates in the hospitality and food sectors. He is associated with the InterContinental Hotel at Marine Drive and owns The Brooklyn Creamery brand. A graduate of Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration, Ghai took over his father Iqbal Krishan Ghai's business in 1967. Over the years, he launched Kwality Ice Cream and Natraj Hotel (now InterContinental) and introduced the Baskin-Robbins franchise in the SAARC region. He is the Non-Executive Chairman of Graviss Hospitality Ltd and holds positions in other entities, including Kwality Read Estates Pvt Ltd and Perfect Livestock LLP. According to a Free Press Journal report, Ghai filed a complaint at Mumbai's Marine Drive Police Station accusing his son, Gaurav Ghai, of forging his signature, committing fraud, and taking control of the company while ending his monthly allowances during his cancer stated: "My sign misused for supplementary family settlement. I have four children. My wife is Gita Ghai, and my children's names are Gaurav Ghai, Gaurika Ghai, Ravina Ghai, and Gayatri Ghai. Gita currently lives with my son. I own a business under the name Graviss Group, which includes Graviss Hospitality and Graviss Food Solutions. I was the 100% owner of these companies. I restructured my business in 2001, and I am the founder of this business."Ghai alleged that after returning from cancer treatment, Gaurav and his wife, Sunita, sought his signatures on various documents. He signed without suspecting wrongdoing but later learned from his chief financial officer that Gaurav had made himself the self-proclaimed chairman of the company and taken control. Ravi said: 'I did not suspect my son or his wife, nor did I have the physical or mental condition to suspect what was happening. After that, in January 2025, I did not get any money from Gaurav. When I asked, he said, 'Wait a bit, the money will come'. Till April I did not receive any money. My chief financial officer Farangilal Baburam Goyal told me that he has come to know that Gaurav has made himself the self-proclaimed chairman of the company and has taken full control of my company."Arjun Tendulkar, the son of cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar, has an estimated net worth of around ₹21 crore (approximately USD 3 million), primarily earned through his IPL contract and domestic cricket earnings. As for his future in-laws, there are no publicly available estimates of Ravi Ghai's personal or family net worth, despite his prominent role leading the Graviss Group, which operates ventures in hospitality, licensing (including Baskin-Robbins across SAARC), and food sectors.
News18
4 days ago
- Business
- News18
Who Is Ravi Ghai? Mumbai Bizman's Family Net Worth As Granddaughter Gets Engaged To Arjun Tendulkar
Last Updated: Ravi Ghai, a prominent name in Mumbai's business and hospitality landscape, is the head of the Graviss Group Ravi Ghai, a prominent name in Mumbai's business and hospitality landscape, is the head of the Graviss Group — a conglomerate with successful ventures in both the food and hospitality sectors. Known for his sharp business acumen, Ravi is behind iconic brands and properties such as the InterContinental hotel at Marine Drive and the popular ice cream brand, The Brooklyn Creamery. Recently, his family name once again came into the spotlight when his granddaughter, Saaniya Chandok, got engaged to Arjun Tendulkar, son of India's cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. The engagement was a private affair attended by close friends and family members from both sides. Ravi Ghai is an alumnus of Cornell University's prestigious School of Hotel Administration. In 1967, he returned to Mumbai and took over the business legacy from his father, Iqbal Krishan (IK) Ghai. Under his leadership, Graviss Group launched celebrated brands like Kwality Ice Cream and the Natraj Hotel (now known as the InterContinental Hotel). He also brought the Baskin-Robbins franchise to the SAARC region, further diversifying his business portfolio. Currently, he serves as the Non-Executive Chairman of Graviss Hospitality Ltd and holds multiple directorships, including Kwality Read Estates Pvt Ltd and Perfect Livestock LLP. Over the decades, he has established himself as a formidable force in the hospitality and food industry. Despite his professional success, Ravi Ghai's personal life has seen turbulence. According to a report by the Free Press Journal, Ravi lodged a complaint at Mumbai's Marine Drive Police Station accusing his son, Gaurav Ghai, of forgery, fraud, and taking control of the company without consent. Ravi alleged that this occurred while he was undergoing cancer treatment. He claimed that a supplementary Family Settlement Agreement was executed fraudulently using his forged signature. 'My sign was misused for supplementary family settlement," Ravi stated in his complaint, adding that he was the 100% owner of Graviss Group before restructuring the business in 2001. Allegations of Misuse of Trust Ravi further claimed that after returning from cancer treatment abroad, his son and daughter-in-law would often bring him business documents to sign. Due to his fragile health, he signed them without suspicion. He alleged that by January 2025, his monthly allowance of Rs 12.5 lakh stopped, and by April, he learned from his CFO that Gaurav had declared himself the chairman of the company, taking complete control. No FIR Filed — Matter Referred for Arbitration While the allegations are serious, police have decided not to register an FIR, stating that the issue is a family dispute better suited for arbitration than criminal proceedings. The matter remains unresolved, adding another chapter to the complex legacy of one of Mumbai's most influential business families. Ghai Family Net Worth The Ghai family commands significant wealth through its flagship Graviss Group, which owns The Brooklyn Creamery and operates Baskin Robbins' India franchise. Graviss Food Solutions Private Limited, the group's parent company, reported Rs 624 crore in revenue for FY23–24, reflecting 20% growth from the previous year. It has an authorised capital of Rs 2.23 crore and a paid-up capital of Rs 90,100. In addition, the family owns the InterContinental Hotel in Mumbai under the InterContinental Hotels Group umbrella, a global hospitality giant valued at $18.43 billion as of August 2025. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Arjun Tendulkar engaged to Saaniya Chandok – What's the net worth of her family's business empire?
Saaniya Chandok with Sara Tendulkar (X) Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket great Sachin Tendulkar , is set to marry Saaniya Chandok, the granddaughter of Mumbai businessman Ravi Ghai. The couple's engagement was held in a private ceremony attended by close friends and family. Saaniya comes from a family deeply rooted in India's food and hospitality sector. The Ghai family runs the Graviss Group, which owns The Brooklyn Creamery and manages Baskin Robbins' India operations. While The Brooklyn Creamery's standalone net worth is not disclosed, Graviss Food Solutions Private Limited, the parent company, posted ₹624 crore in revenue for FY23-24, marking a 20% growth from the previous year. The company has an authorised capital of ₹2.23 crore and a paid-up capital of ₹90,100. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Mr. Paws Pet Spa & Store LLP, where Saaniya serves as Designated Partner and Director, is a smaller venture launched in 2022 with an authorised capital of ₹0.10 million. It remains a modest business compared to the group's larger brands. The Ghai family also operates the InterContinental hotel in Mumbai under the umbrella of InterContinental Hotels Group, a publicly traded multinational valued at $18.43 billion as of August 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Your Finger Shape Says a Lot About Your Personality, Read Now Tips and Tricks Undo Despite negative net assets due to liabilities, IHG maintains a strong market valuation globally. While the business numbers highlight the scale of Saaniya's family enterprises, Arjun continues to carve his name in cricket. The left-arm pacer plays domestic cricket for Goa and has featured in the IPL for Mumbai Indians . He began his professional journey with Mumbai in the 2020/21 season before moving to Goa, where he has impressed in both First-Class and List A formats. The engagement has drawn warm attention from fans and well-wishers, blending cricket legacy with business prominence. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
