India is currently ranked third on the billionaires list, right behind the United States and China. These Indian billionaires run successful business empires and own lavish bungalows, expensive private jets, luxurious yachts, and more. Among them is a billionaire who started off as a barber, worked hard for years, and remained focused on his goal to achieve success in life. He has built a successful empire in the past three decades and currently owns over 400 vehicles, which includes a fleet of uber-expensive cars like the Rolls Royce Ghost, Mercedes Maybach, a number of Jaguars, BMWs, Audis, Ford Mustang GTs and more. Keep scrolling for further details about this Indian barber-turned-billionaire.
Meet the Indian barber-turned-billionaire, who owns over 400 vehicles including the Rolls Royce Ghost & Mercedes Maybach, and has a staggering net worth of around Rs 1,200 Crore
This article focuses on the inspiring story of Ramesh Babu, who owns more than 400 vehicles, which is way more than many other billionaire in the country. The Indian billionaire operates a successful car rental business in Bengaluru. He started the company in 1993 by purchasing a Maruti Omni, which he began renting out for some extra income. Today, he possesses several luxury vehicles, and his clients include well-known figures like Sachin Tendulkar, Amitabh Bachchan and others.
Humble beginnings
At the age of 13, Ramesh Babu took up various jobs, such as supplying milk and doing part-time newspaper delivery, to support his family. He also took over his father’s salon while continuing to focus on his education. From attending lectures in the morning to managing his father’s shop late into the night, Ramesh Babu worked nearly 16 hours every day. Despite financial struggles, he managed to complete a diploma in electronics.
Starting his own business
After managing his father’s salon for years, Ramesh Babu used his savings to buy a Maruti Omni with the help of his uncle. He rented out the car to earn extra income. As the cash flow increased, he expanded his car rental business by acquiring more vehicles. Initially, he used to drive the car himself, and later he hired more people as the company grew.
Success
In 2004, Ramesh Babu purchased his first high-end vehicle, a Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan, for nearly Rs 38 lakh. Over the next few years, he acquired many luxurious vehicles such as a Rolls Royce Ghost valued at around Rs 3 crore, a Mercedes Maybach worth over Rs 3 crore and others, that allowed him to enter the high-end market. According to News18, he added three new Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedans to his vast collection in March 2024. The report also stated that he leases out these vehicles to celebrities and prominent personalities through his company, Ramesh Tours & Travels. Ramesh Babu’s collection not only includes luxurious high-end cars, but also includes mini-buses, vans, a few vintage models, and budget cars, according to Zee News.
Net worth
According to DNA and publicly available data, Ramesh Babu’s estimated net worth is around Rs 1,200 crore.
