Vivek Oberoi Revealed Why He Shifted From Acting To Business: “I Didn’t Want Lobbies to Control My Career”

Every Bollywood fan is aware of the name Vivek Oberoi. Beginning his career in 2002, he was once known as among the industry’s most versatile actors. His debut in Company (2002) earned him critical acclaim, followed by outstanding performances in films like Saathiya, Shootout at Lokhandwala, and Yuva. He also transitioned seamlessly into a negative role, as proved in Krrish 3 and Vivegam. Despite his stacked filmography, Oberoi is no longer seen in Bollywood, and there is an excellent reason for this.

Vivek Oberoi has become a Business magnate. He is behind two companies, a real estate business in Dubai and an event management company, and is now counted among the wealthiest actors in the industry. In his business today, Oberoi feels independent, so he has shifted away from acting.

Vivek Oberoi could not have let a lobby decide his future.

In a candid conversation with Indian Express, Vivek opened up about his challenges in Bollywood. He revealed how the industry’s dynamics, including lobbying and favoritism, affected his acting career. Despite delivering stellar performances, Vivek found himself sidelined. “After 2007, when I did Shootout At Lokhandwala, the Ganpat song went viral. I won awards, so I expected a lot of offers, but I didn’t get any. I sat at home for 14 to 15 months after the film’s success,” Oberoi shared.