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This actress became overnight star after debut, quit Bollywood after just one film, is married to one of India’s richest man, her name is.., husband is…

Meet actress who starred in just one film before quitting Bollywood forever. Today she runs a business empire worth Rs 45,000 crore.

It is often said that even a single film can change someone’s fortunes. While many struggle for years, many fail to achieve the stardom they dreamed of when they entered the film industry. On the other hand, there are stories of some stars whose fortunes were changed by a single film.

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You won’t believe this actress runs a business empire worth Rs 45,000 crore. Can you guess which star made this journey from the screen to the boardroom? Let us tell you more about this actress.

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Who is Gayatri Joshi?

The beauty we’re talking about today is Gayatri Joshi, who has worked with Shah Rukh Khan. She was seen opposite Shah Rukh Khan in the 2004 film ‘Swades.’ This marked the actress’s debut film. She impressed everyone with her stellar performance in her very first film.

Gayatri Joshi’s career

Gayatri Joshi’s career began with modeling, and she won the Femina Miss India International title in 2000. She soon made her film debut, playing Geeta in the 2004 film Swades opposite Shah Rukh Khan.

With just one film, Gayatri Joshi became an overnight sensation in Bollywood. Despite this, she bid farewell to the film industry. In addition to the film ‘Swades,’ Gayatri is best known for her Cadbury commercials. After her first film, Gayatri Joshi left the silver screen forever.

Why did Gayatri Joshi become a sensation?

Gayatri Joshi was born in 1977 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, into a Marathi Joshi family. She is the daughter of Ramnivas Rundala and Hema Milani and has a sister, Ahana Joshi. Gayatri began her career as a video jockey and also earned a name in modeling, including an iconic Cadbury Perk advertisement. Just a year after the release of Swades, the actress married in 2005.

Who did Gayatri Joshi marry?

In 2005, Gayatri married businessman Vikas Oberoi, head of Oberoi Realty, one of India’s leading real estate companies. They have two sons, Vihaan and Yuva. After marriage, Gayatri devoted herself entirely to her family and turned down film offers to focus on her children and home.

What is Gayatri Joshi’s net worth?

Vikas Oberoi has achieved tremendous success in business and has overseen several major projects, including the Westin Hotel in Mumbai. Gayatri Joshi and Vikas Oberoi’s combined net worth is estimated at Rs 45,000 crore, proving that their success story isn’t limited to films.

First published on: Dec 08, 2025 05:43 PM IST


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