Mukesh Ambani’s son Anant Ambani said Radhika Merchant had issues with him due to…, she used to ‘complain’ over his Jamnagar visits because…

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding was one of the most talked-about events of 2024. Anant, the youngest son of Mukesh and Nita Ambani, and a director at Jio Platforms and Reliance Retail Ventures, chose Jamnagar as the center for their grand pre-wedding celebrations. The place holds deep emotional value for the Ambani family, it’s where Mukesh Ambani’s grandmother was born and where Dhirubhai Ambani laid the foundation of their business empire.

Anant and Radhika have known each other for years, moving in similar social circles since childhood. Their bond, however, wasn’t always smooth sailing, especially during the early stages of Anant’s dedication to his work. He was deeply involved in projects in Jamnagar, especially Vantara, an ambitious initiative focused on animal rescue and care. At one point, Anant revealed that he used to work 15–16 hours a day, dividing his time between Vantara and other responsibilities, leaving Radhika feeling “sidelined”.

Speaking in an interview with CNBC-TV18, Anant shared, “I’ve always believed in giving my all to what I care about. Vantara is close to my heart, so I dedicate at least one and a half hours daily to it. The rest of the time—about 14 hours—I spend supporting my father and our ventures. So, yes, I was working close to 15 hours every day. Back then, Radhika would often complain about how little time we had together.”

“Now, she not only understands but has also started loving Jamnagar. She even helps out with the animals. She’s been an amazing support system and is as involved now as I am.”

Anant, in a heartfelt interview with The Times of India, opened up about his deep love for animals—a value deeply rooted in his upbringing. He shared how his parents taught him that caring for animals brings blessings and good karma. “Since childhood, I’ve been around animals. My parents always said that helping the voiceless is a great act of kindness. In our Hindu tradition, even Lord Ram cared for Jatayu and helped a little squirrel—and both returned their blessings in their own ways,” he said.

This compassion eventually grew into his large-scale animal welfare project, Vantara, which has become one of the most defining aspects of his life. It also became something Radhika embraced, showing not just love for Anant, but also for what he stands for.

Rumors about Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant

Back in 2018, whispers about Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant being a couple began when a photo of the two wearing matching olive outfits went viral. Though the two never publicly commented on their relationship at the time, their frequent appearances together started drawing attention. Radhika’s presence at Isha Ambani’s lavish engagement celebration at Lake Como, Italy, sparked more buzz, with many noticing a special bond between her and Anant.

That same year, Radhika was seen actively participating in all the major functions of Isha’s wedding. She even walked alongside the bride under the phoolon ki chadar—a role usually reserved for close family and dearest friends. A year later, she was again spotted at Akash Ambani’s wedding and later at the first birthday celebration of Akash and Shloka Mehta’s son, Prithvi, at Jamnagar, further fueling talk that she was already a significant part of the Ambani family.

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