While Rohit Sharma, fondly known as Hitman, continues to dominate the cricket field with his stellar performances as the captain of the Indian cricket team and in the Indian Premier League (IPL), his wife, Ritika Sajdeh, quietly contributes to his success off the pitch. Despite Mumbai Indians' recent loss to Gujarat Titans in the ongoing IPL 2024 season, Sharma showcased remarkable form, displaying his prowess with the bat.
Despite give away the captaincy of Mumbai Indians to Hardik Pandya, Sharma remains one of the highest-paid players for MI, commanding an annual salary of Rs 16 crore. Alongside his earnings from contracts with the BCCI and IPL, Ritika Sajdeh plays a pivotal role in securing lucrative brand deals and contracts, significantly adding to their combined income.
While Sharma basks in the limelight, Ritika Sajdeh, a sports manager by profession, prefers to operate behind the scenes. Initially managing Rohit's professional commitments, Sajdeh's expertise in sports management and she secured numerous endorsement deals when she joined Cornerstone, a sports and talent management company founded by her sibling Bunty Sajdeh. Together, they orchestrated Kohli's deals with esteemed brands like Tissot, Audi, Pepsi, and Adidas. The agency's success led to the formation of Dharma Cornerstone Agency (DCA) in 2020, in collaboration with Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, extending its reach to the entertainment industry.
With Ritika often seen cheering for her husband from the stands, she's been actively involved in managing Rohit Sharma's brand endorsements and contracts since their marriage. Publicly available data and reports suggest that she possesses an estimated net worth of approximately Rs 10 crore.
Their romance blossomed from a professional relationship when they met during an advertisement shoot, where Ritika managed Rohit's commitments. Their bond deepened over time, leading to a proposal at the Borivali Sports Club, a symbolic location marking Sharma's career beginnings. Their lavish wedding in 2015 was attended by luminaries from both the cricket and Bollywood worlds. Three years later, they welcomed their daughter, Samaira.
Currently, the couple resides in a luxurious 4-BHK apartment on the 29th floor of Ahuja Towers in Worli, boasting stunning views of the sea. Reports suggest Sharma invested around Rs 30 crore in the spacious 6,000-square-foot apartment, reflecting their penchant for luxury and comfort.
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