Personal Details
Attribute | Details |
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Full Name | Anant Mukesh Ambani |
Date of Birth | April 10, 1995 |
Age | 29 years (2024) |
Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Nationality | Indian |
Religion | Hinduism |
Height | 5’8″ (173 cm) |
Weight | 110 kg |
Education | Brown University, USA |
Family Information
Relation | Name |
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Father | Mukesh Ambani |
Mother | Nita Ambani |
Siblings | Akash Ambani, Isha Ambani (twins) |
Spouce | Radhika Merchant |
Early Life and Education
Born into India’s most prominent business family, Anant Ambani completed his early education at Dhirubhai Ambani International School in Mumbai, established and run by his mother. He later pursued higher education at Brown University in Rhode Island, USA, following in his elder brother’s footsteps.
Health Journey
Anant’s early years were marked by health challenges. He developed severe asthma, requiring steroid treatment that led to significant weight gain. Combined with hypothyroidism, his weight reached 208 kg. However, he underwent a remarkable transformation, losing 108 kg over 18 months through:
- Daily 21 km walks
- Weight training
- High-intensity cardio exercises
- Yoga
- Strict diet control
Professional Career
Board Positions
- Director at Jio Platforms Limited (since March 2020)
- Director at Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (since May 2022)
- Director at Reliance New Energy Limited
- Director at Reliance New Solar Energy Limited (since June 2021)
- Director at Reliance Foundation (since September 2022)
Business Responsibilities
Anant heads the energy division of Reliance Industries, focusing on:
- New energy initiatives
- Green energy projects
- Jamnagar operations
- Sports and entertainment ventures
Personal Interests
Anant demonstrates passion for:
- Animal welfare and wildlife conservation
- Vantara project in Jamnagar for elephant rescue
- Sports management, particularly Mumbai Indians IPL team
- Spiritual pursuits, especially devotion to Lord Balaji
- Learned Mahouti language in 2008
Marriage
Married Radhika Merchant on July 12, 2024, with pre-wedding celebrations scheduled for March 1-3, 2024, in Jamnagar, Gujarat. The event featured:
- 1,200 distinguished guests
- International celebrities and business leaders
- Estimated cost exceeding Rs. 1,000 crore
- Venue chosen to honor family heritage and PM’s “Wed in India” initiative
Business Legacy
As part of Mukesh Ambani’s succession plan announced in August 2022, Anant leads:
- Energy unit of Reliance Industries
- New ventures in renewable energy
- Strategic operations in Jamnagar
- Board membership in key Reliance subsidiaries
Impact and Future Vision
Anant represents the next generation of Indian business leadership, focusing on:
- Sustainable energy solutions
- Wildlife conservation
- Traditional values in modern business
- Family business continuity
- Technological innovation
His journey from health challenges to business leadership demonstrates resilience and commitment to both personal and professional growth.