As India’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, gears up to celebrate the union of his youngest son Anant Ambani with Radhika Merchant, the spotlight shines on the bride-to-be, offering insights into her background and journey into the Ambani family fold.
The three-day extravagant celebrations, hosted by Mukesh Ambani in Jamnagar, Gujarat, have attracted a constellation of global tech CEOs, industry magnates, and renowned personalities from various spheres. Anant, 28, a director on multiple boards of Reliance-owned companies, is set to tie the knot with Radhika Merchant, 29, the daughter of an industrialist, on 12th July. The engagement of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant was announced in January last year.
Here’s a comprehensive overview of Radhika Merchant’s profile, the latest addition to the Ambani dynasty:
Radhika Merchant hails from a prominent family, with her parents, Viren and Shaila Merchant, being the founders and proprietors of Encore Healthcare. Viren serves as the CEO of Encore Healthcare and sits on the board of APL Apollo Tubes, a leading steel manufacturing company, while Shaila holds the position of director at Encore Healthcare.
The younger sister of Radhika, Anjali Merchant, is married to Akash Mehta, a businessman and partner at EY.
Radhika received her schooling at prestigious institutions such as Cathedral and John Connon School, as well as Ecole Mondiale World School. She pursued her International Baccalaureate diploma at BD Somani International School before venturing to New York University, where she graduated with a degree in Political Science.
Upon her return to India, Radhika embarked on her professional journey, initially joining Isprava, a luxury real estate firm, before transitioning to Encore Healthcare, where she currently serves.
Apart from her professional pursuits, Radhika has cultivated interests in various domains, including Bharatnatyam, in which she has received formal training. Notably, in June 2022, she showcased her talent by performing her ‘Arangetram’ (first stage performance) at Mumbai’s Jio World Centre.
Her philanthropic endeavors span a wide spectrum, reflecting her commitment to causes such as animal welfare, civil rights, economic empowerment, education, healthcare, human rights, and social service.
Radhika’s association with the Ambani family dates back to her childhood, as she shares a longstanding friendship with Anant Ambani. Reports suggest her frequent presence at Ambani gatherings, including the weddings of Isha Ambani with Anand Piramal in 2018 and Akash Ambani with Shloka Mehta in 2019.
As the wedding festivities unfold, Radhika Merchant’s presence adds a new chapter to the Ambani saga, symbolizing the convergence of two influential families and marking the beginning of a new journey intertwined with tradition, opulence, and contemporary flair.
