Indian cricket star Hardik Pandya has quietly taken a major step off the field. In a recent social media post, the all-rounder announced the launch of the “Hardik Pandya Family Office”, signaling his exit from RISE Worldwide Ltd, the Reliance Industries-owned sports and lifestyle arm that managed his commercial affairs for the past 12 years.
A New Chapter in Business
Pandya revealed that his new venture will consolidate all his investments, endorsements, and off-field commitments under one umbrella. He wrote, “This is an important step towards building long-term meaningful opportunities on and off the field and I could not be more thrilled about what is ahead.”
The family office will be managed by Out of the Park, a celebrity management firm founded by Ritesh Nath. Nath, a seasoned professional, previously worked with Cornerstone, which handles several top cricketers.
Krunal Pandya Joins the Initiative
Hardik’s brother, Krunal Pandya, has also exited RISE to join the new venture. Together, the Pandya brothers aim to expand their business footprint beyond cricket.
Impact on Mumbai Indians
There is no indication that Pandya’s departure from RISE will affect his role as captain of the Mumbai Indians. While the franchise has not issued an official statement, sources suggest the team remains supportive of his off-field ambitions.
RISE Continues With Other Stars
RISE remains a premier talent management company in India, representing leading cricketers such as Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan, and Sai Sudharsan.
By setting up his own family office, he joins a select group of sports stars who are building long-term business legacies alongside their playing careers.
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