Nita Ambani

Nita Ambani, born on November 1, 1963, is a prominent Indian businesswoman and philanthropist, renowned for her significant contributions to various sectors. As the chairperson and founder of the Reliance Foundation, she has played a pivotal role in advancing social initiatives across India. Additionally, she is the visionary behind the Dhirubhai Ambani International School and serves as a director at Reliance Industries, a company led by her husband, Mukesh Ambani.

With a family fortune exceeding one hundred thirteen billion dollars as of November 2025, the Ambani family ranks among the wealthiest in the world. Nita is not only a business leader but also an avid art collector and the proud owner of the Mumbai Indians, a franchise in the Indian Premier League cricket.

Her influence extends beyond business; in 2016, she was recognized as one of the 'fifty high and mighty Indians' by India Today and was featured in Forbes' list of the most influential women business leaders in Asia. That same year, she made history by becoming the first Indian woman to join the International Olympic Committee (IOC).

Nita Ambani has also been actively involved in the arts and culture scene, serving as a co-chair and board member of the Mumbai Academy of the Moving Image during Jio's sponsorship from 2015 to 2024. In 2023, she further enriched Mumbai's cultural landscape by launching the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre.