Billionaires Nita and Mukesh Ambani went all out to celebrate the wedding of their son Anant Ambani with pharma heiress Radhika Merchant at Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Reports suggest that just the lavish pre-wedding celebrations back in March cost an astounding ₹1259 crore. The hosts went above and beyond to treat their guests, from all around the world, to Indian culture and extravagance.
Amidst the glitz and glamour, an unseen photo surfaced, featuring Nita Ambani alongside her mother, Purnima Dalal, and sister, Mamta Dalal, evoking sentiments of warmth and affection.
Who is Purnima Dalal?
Nita Ambani hails from Mumbai, India, where she was brought up in a middle-class Gujarati family by her parents, Ravindrabhai Dalal and Purnima Dalal. While limited details are available about her parents, it is known that her father held a senior executive position at the Birla Group, a prominent Indian conglomerate.
Purnima, belonging to the same middle-class background, is often seen alongside her daughter, Nita, clad in elegant chiffon sarees. Notably, she frequently accompanies Nita to Mumbai Indians' IPL matches, earning her the affectionate moniker of 'Prayer Aunty' among fans.
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Who is Mamta Dalal?
Mamta Dalal is the younger sibling in the Dalal family. With a four-year age gap between herself and her sister Nita Ambani, Mamta has dedicated herself to the field of education. Currently serving as an educator at the prestigious Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mamta is also a member of the school's management committee. Notably, her sister Nita Ambani is the founder and chairperson of the institution, renowned for providing quality education to children from influential backgrounds.
Mamta Dalal's commitment to education extends beyond the classroom, as she reportedly offers tutoring services to high-profile individuals such as Suhana Khan, the daughter of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, and the children of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar. Additionally, she is actively involved in implementing innovative teaching methods and organising workshops and camps to enhance the learning experience for her students.
Despite her significant contributions to education, Mamta Dalal chooses to maintain a low profile, preferring to stay out of the limelight. In contrast, her sister Nita Ambani is a prominent figure, known for her advocacy work for women's and children's rights as well as her successful business ventures. Nita Ambani's leadership at the Reliance Foundation, an initiative aimed at empowering millions of Indians, has earned her widespread recognition.
Kokilaben Ambani: Matriarch Of Ambani Family
Kokilaben Ambani is the grandmother of Anant Ambani and the wife of Dhirubhai Ambani. She reportedly holds the maximum stake in Reliance Industries Limited and boasts a net worth of about ₹18,000 crore. While not directly involved in the business, it was her support and strength that guided Dhirubai Ambani to build the Reliance empire that we know today. She once told Mid-Day in an interview about her upbringing and education in a Gujarati-medium school.
She told the publication, "Even though I had studied in a Gujarati school, I had started learning English immediately after coming to Mumbai. Dhirubai said, 'Kokila, why don't you learn English?' I jumped at the suggestion. He would take me to five-star hotels so that I could cultivate a taste for Chinese, Mexican, Italian, and Japanese cuisine... In short, he moulded me so well that I would not feel out of place anywhere. I constantly adapted to change."
Nita Ambani
Nita Ambani has established herself as an indomitable force in the family since her marriage to Mukesh Ambani in 1985. The philanthropist and businesswoman is the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation, Dhirubhai Ambani International School and a director of Reliance Industries.
An art collector, she launched the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai in 2023. Nita Ambani is also the owner of the Indian Premier League team Mumbai Indians. She became the first member of the Indian Olympic Committee and recently set up the first pavilion called India House for Indian athletes competing in the Paris Summer Olympics 2024.
Radhika Merchant
Radhika Merchant is the woman of the hour, who is a prominent figure in the Indian business and social scene. She is the daughter of Encore Healthcare co-founders Viren and Shaila Merchant. Her net worth is reportedly over ₹10 crore. According to Vogue, Radhika Merchant is the managing director of the pharmaceutical giant. She is also a Bharatnatyam dancer and has trained under Guru Bhavana Thakar of Shree Nibha Arts.
Tina Ambani: Cinema & Philanthopy
Tina Ambani (née Munim) is a philanthropist, former actress, and the wife of Anil Ambani. She rose to fame as a Bollywood actress in the late 1970s and 1980s. Her began with a notable debut in the 1978 film Des Pardes, directed by Dev Anand, which set the stage for her successful journey in the Indian film industry. She met Anil Ambani when she was in California for her higher education.
Tina Ambani transitioned her career from acting to becoming a prominent figure in business and philanthropy. Tina Ambani has been actively involved in Reliance Group and has served as the chairperson of Reliance Hospitals and Kokilaben Ambani Hospital. She has also founded the Harmony Art Foundation.
Nina Kothari
Nina Kothari is a businesswoman and the daughter of Dhirubai and Kokilaben Ambani, the sister of Mukesh and Anil Ambani. She married businessman Bhadrashyam Kothari in 1986 and took over as the chairperson of Kothari Sugars and Chemicals Limited after his death from cancer in 2015. She has two children. Her daughter is Nayantara, who is married to businessman Shamit Bhartia, the grandson of KK Birla.
Deepti Salgaoncar
Deepti Salgaoncar is the youngest daughter of Dirubhai and Kokilaben Ambani. She is the vice-chairperson and a member of the advisory board of Sunaparanta, an art centre in Panaji, Goa, which was founded by her husband Dattaraj Salgaocar. They have a daughter, Isheta Salgaocar, who is the Vice President of Corporate Development at Salgaocar Corporation Pvt. Ltd. Isheta is the wife of Atulya Mittal, the founder of Nexzu Mobility.
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Isha Ambani
Isha Ambani is the only daughter of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, and the twin sister of Akash Ambani. She is reportedly the non-executive director of Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL). Isha Ambani is married to Anand Piramal, who heads the financial services businesses of the Piramal Group. She has twin children, Aadiya and Krishna.
Recently, Isha Ambani candidly opened up about her IVF journey of conceiving her twins. "I’m very quick to say that my twins were conceived via IVF because that’s how we’ll normalize it, right? Nobody should feel isolated or ashamed. It’s a difficult process. When you’re going through it, you’re physically exhausted," she told Vogue India.
Shloka Mehta
Shloka Mehta is a philanthropist, wife of Akash Ambani, and daughter-in-law of Mukesh and Nita Ambani. She is the daughter of businessman Arun Russel Mehta and Mona Mehta. She studied Anthropology at Princeton University followed by getting a Master's degree from the London School of Economics. Shloka and Akash Ambani were reportedly high school friends turned lovers and tied the knot in 2019.
About The Ambanis
The Ambani family, known for their formidable financial position, boasts a net worth estimated at billions of dollars, with Mukesh Ambani's wealth reaching $116.0 billion, according to Forbes. Alongside their business endeavours, Nita Ambani also owns the IPL team, the Mumbai Indians, further solidifying their influence in the sports industry.
The Ambani legacy continues with the next generation, as the Ambani children—Isha, Anant, and Akash—play active roles in the family business, shaping the future of the Reliance Group.
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