Name: Vivek Anand Oberoi
Designation: Entrepreneur, Actor & Philanthropist
Company: BNW Developments
Category: Investment Magnates
Vivek Anand Oberoi’s entrepreneurial story is one of evolution, vision, and purpose, spanning diverse sectors such as ultra-luxury real estate, sustainable jewellery, edtech, agri-tech, fin-tech, roadside tech, alco-bev, and brand impact.
Though the world first recognised him as a critically acclaimed actor, Vivek Oberoi’s ambitions always stretched further. His entrepreneurial journey began before his acting career, when he was 11 years old, selling perfumes and trinkets door-to-door on a bicycle during summer breaks. This early lesson in hustle and human psychology laid the groundwork for a career that would bridge entertainment, enterprise, and ethics.
Over time, Oberoi’s focus evolved toward ventures that deliver competitive value. This mindset found its natural home in the UAE, a city he saw as a fertile ground where the effort-to-output ratio is much higher. He saw an opportunity to build an economic bridge between India and the UAE, building on the 100-year-old cultural bond between the countries. Attracted by its global connectivity, booming luxury sector, progressive policies, and quality of life, he saw Dubai as a launchpad for valuable enterprise.
This vision crystallized through BNW Developments, where he serves as the Managing Director and Co-Founder. BNW has redefined what luxury means in the UAE’s competitive real estate landscape, managing AED 22 Billion in assets under development.
Over the past two years, he has received several prestigious recognitions. He was acknowledged at the UAE Ultimate Realty Awards 2024 for his contributions to the real estate sector. His dedication to humanitarian efforts has earned him accolades such as the Mother Teresa International Award, the Good Fellows Award, the SWFI 2023 Honor, the Prajyot Award 2024, and the Dada Vasu Shroff Award for Philanthropy 2024.
Further cementing his legacy, he was also conferred an Honorary Doctorate in Business & Social Impact. Looking forward, Oberoi desires to deepen his focus on high-impact and high-growth sectors such as edtech, fintech, and agri-tech, along with his current portfolio at BNW. His north star remains clear: to enhance profit with purpose, scale with soul, and never stop learning.
