Is Bollywood Star Ranbir Kapoor Becoming an RCB Owner?

January 20, 2026 Published by anbuselvid8bbe9c60f

Bollywood superstar Ranbir Kapoor is reportedly in advanced negotiations to buy an 8% equity stake in the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), according to multiple viral reports circulating on social media and entertainment platforms.

The rumored deal comes amid ongoing discussions for the sale of RCB by its current owners, Diageo / United Spirits. American investment giant BlackRock is said to be the majority buyer in the franchise acquisition process, with Ranbir Kapoor potentially joining as a minority stakeholder.

Key details from the circulating reports include:

• 2% stake in cash, valued at approximately ₹300–350 crore, reportedly funded from his personal savings.
• The remaining 6% structured as sweat equity, where Ranbir would contribute his global image rights and brand value.
• In exchange for the sweat equity portion, he is said to have committed his exclusive global image rights to the franchise for the next 10 years, positioning him as the permanent brand face of RCB.

This unique structure would allow the new owners (led by BlackRock) to “localize” their investment in the Indian market while leveraging Ranbir’s massive stardom for long-term marketing and global branding benefits. Fans are excited about the potential Bollywood-IPL crossover, especially given Ranbir’s close friendship with RCB icon Virat Kohli.

The news has gone viral on platforms like Reddit, Threads, Instagram, and YouTube, with many calling it a “game-changer” for RCB’s brand power and fan engagement. Some reports suggest this could help elevate RCB’s presence beyond cricket, turning it into a bigger entertainment and lifestyle entity.

However, neither Ranbir Kapoor’s team nor RCB / Diageo / BlackRock has issued any official confirmation yet. Sources describe the talks as “advanced,” but the information remains unverified and could still be speculative or based on insider leaks from the sale process.

Ranbir, fresh off massive successes like Animal (2023), is currently shooting for the epic Ramayana, where he plays Lord Rama in a high-budget production expected to be a box-office blockbuster.

If the deal materializes, it would mark a significant move for Bollywood celebrities venturing deeper into sports ownership and business. Stay tuned for official updates—IPL fans are already buzzing!