Meet Aryaman, likely heir of Aditya Birla group, now runs one of India’s biggest mining company, he quit playing cricket due to…
The induction of Ananya and Aryaman Vikram Birla as directors on the board of Hindalco Industries heralds a new chapter in the Aditya Birla Group, one of India’s largest and most influential conglomerates. While Aryaman has also been appointed as a Director at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL), he is currently involved in other sectors such as real estate and paints under his family’s conglomerate. As a Director on the Boards of both Aditya Birla Management Corporation and Grasim Industries, Aryaman is actively shaping the group’s direction.
Mastermind behind Aditya Birla New Age ventures
Aryaman Vikram Birla has successfully made the transition from a promising cricketer to a thriving businessman. He is the mastermind behind Aditya Birla New Age, which comprises of three divisions in the F&B and Venture Capital realm. Additionally, based on his love for dogs, he established The Pawpstar Co, a contemporary pet store. Through his hard work and dedication, Aryaman has played a crucial role in building this organization from the ground up.
Furthermore, Aryaman also opened Jolie’s, a highly prestigious club located in Mumbai. Its purpose is to serve as a networking hub for accomplished individuals from diverse industries.
In addition to his father, Aryaman collaborates with multiple companies within the Aditya Birla Group, such as Fashion and Retail, Real Estate, and Paints. He focuses on crucial strategic aspects of the businesses, such as overall strategy, business and financial model decisions, M&A’s, and budgeting. Other key areas are also within his purview.
Aryaman Birla’s career as cricketer
From a young age, Aryaman Birla made the decision to pursue a career in cricket rather than join the family business. He marked his entry into first-class cricket in the 2017-18 Ranji Trophy season, achieving his personal best score of 103. In fact, he also held the title of India’s top U-23 run scorer for the year 2017.
Following his signing by the Rajasthan Royals in the 2018 IPL auction, Aryaman temporarily stepped away from cricket in 2019 to prioritize his mental well-being.
Aryaman Birla’s net worth
Although Aryaman Birla’s net worth is not publicly disclosed, it is worth noting that his father, Kumar Birla, is among the wealthiest individuals in both India and the world. As the Chairman of Aditya Birla Group, Forbes estimates Kumar Birla’s real-time net worth to be an impressive $22.3 billion (approximately Rs 1.8 lakh crore).