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One press conference, and Vivek Oberoi’s entire career took an unexpected nosedive in the early 2000s. Back then, he was still trying to find his footing in Bollywood after making his debut with Ram Gopal Varma’s film Company, when he went up against Salman Khan. The Saathiya actor, who was reportedly in a relationship with Aishwarya Rai, accused Salman of threatening him. The feud between Vivek and Salman after the latter’s breakup with his Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam co-star. Following their split, Aishwarya began dating Vivek, and their relationship was widely covered by the media. However, it did not sit well with the Bajrangi Bhaijaan actor, and he allegedly began threatening Vivek. Things escalated between the two when, in 2003, Vivek accused Salman of threatening him for having a relationship with her during a press conference. Vivek Oberoi Alleged Salman Khan Had Threatened To “Kill Him” He claimed that Salman had called him 41 times, accusing him of having intimate relationships with several leading actresses. He allegedly even threatened to kill Vivek. He also claimed that Salman was drunk when they had the conversation and even used foul language for his father, Suresh Oberoi. The controversy not only strained Vivek’s standing in the industry but also brought unwanted attention to his personal life with Aishwarya. Though the relationship was short-lived, its impact on his career trajectory and public image has often been discussed. The press conference triggered a wave of backlash. He found himself sidelined and losing projects he had already signed. The controversy didn’t just affect his career but also his family, who became targets of threatening calls and public harassment. He also went into depression following the incident. Vivek Oberoi Now Has An Empire Worth Rs 1200 Crore Despite the huge setback, Vivek rebuilt his career. With films such as Omkara, Shootout at Lokhandwala, Rakht Charitra, and Krrish 3, he changed the trajectory of his career. He also expanded into regional films and took on diverse roles in OTT projects. Besides the entertainment industry, he also ventured into business, amassing a net worth of Rs 1,200 crore. He has built an impressive business empire, venturing into real estate, ed-tech, jewellery, alcohol, agri-tech, fintech, and several other sectors. One of his most remarkable ventures is BNW Development, a real estate firm he co-founded with Ankur Agarwal, a prominent industry figure. Currently, the 49-year-old actor-turned-businessman has projects like Ramayana: Part 1, Spirit, and Mastii 4 in the pipeline. On the personal front, Vivek married Priyanka Alva in 2010, and together, the couple has two children.
