Vivek Oberoi: From Bollywood's 'Chocolate Boy' to Business Mogul - How a Feud with Salman Khan Shaped His Journey

This Bollywood actor, who celebrates his 49th birthday today, has carved a remarkable second act for himself. While fans remember his iconic performances in early movies, he is now equally celebrated for his sharp business acumen. With an estimated net worth of Rs1,200 crore, his journey is a powerful testament to a successful transition from cinematic stardom to strategic entrepreneurship. Well, we are talking about none other than actor Vivek Oberoi.Vivek Oberoi, son of actor Suresh Oberoi, was once a chocolate boy of Bollywood. He featured in movies like 'Saathiya', 'Kyun! Ho Gaya Na...', 'Masti' and more. His roles in 'Company', 'Shootout At Lokhandwala', 'Yuva', 'Omkara' made him quite popular. With 'Saathiya' co-starring Rani Mukerji, he became the new chocolate boy of Bollywood. With that, he reportedly started dating Aishwarya Rai.After reported break up with Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai started dating Vivek Oberoi. However, things didn't last long and it ended with Oberoi holding a press conference where he stated that Khan threatened him over his relationship with Aishwarya.Vivek Oberoi strategically leveraged his celebrity status to build a diversified business portfolio. Oberoi has invested in event management, supporting a company that manages high-profile corporate events and shows. In the luxury sector, he has become a frontrunner in the sustainable jewelry market by promoting lab-grown diamonds, tapping into a booming global trend. As an angel investor, he has also provided crucial support to a variety of promising startups in the technology, lifestyle, and finance sectors, further cementing his status as a savvy investor.Vivek was last seen in a film titled 'Kesari Veer' which was released this year. Also, last year, he starred in the Rohit Shetty-directed web show 'Indian Police Force'.