Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni is a renowned figure who needs no introduction. Widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, Dhoni has also ventured into the business world. Alongside his illustrious cricketing career, he has built a massive business empire worth crores. Notably, one of his companies is managed by Sheila Singh, who also happens to be his mother-in-law.
Who Is Sheila Singh – Dhoni Entertainment’s CEO?
Sheila Singh holds the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Dhoni Entertainment Limited, the production house owned by MS Dhoni. It is noteworthy that Sheila Singh is the mother of Sakshi Singh Dhoni and the mother-in-law of MS Dhoni.
When it came to expanding his business empire, the CSK skipper looked no further than his own family. Under the leadership of the mother-daughter team, MS Dhoni’s production house has achieved remarkable success, experiencing substantial growth and launching new projects. Sheila Singh has assumed her first CEO role within the company.
Dhoni Entertainment’s Movies & Web Series
Dhoni’s production house has established a multi-million dollar foundation and released various projects. Dhoni Entertainment, the production company, has been involved in the creation of independent films such as “The Hidden Hindu” and “Blaze to Glory.”
The 2019 Indian multilingual documentary drama web series titled “Roar of The Lion” was co-written and directed by Amardeep Galsin and Amir Rizvi. The series was created for Hotstar and features prominent cricket players such as MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Suresh Raina, Shane Watson, and Dwayne Bravo. Additionally, Faf du Plessis, Deepak Chahar, and Ambati Rayudu play supporting roles in the series. “Roar of The Lion” was co-produced by Kabir Khan.
Sheila Singh’s Husband RK Singh
Sheila Singh’s husband, RK Singh, previously worked with MS Dhoni’s father, Pan Singh Dhoni, during the early stages of Dhoni’s career at the ‘Binaguri Tea Company’ under the Kanoi Group. Meanwhile, Sheila Singh played the role of a homemaker, caring for the household and her children.
Dhoni Entertainment Meteoric Rise & Ownership
According to reports, Dhoni Entertainment Private Limited, led by Sheila Singh and Sakshi Dhoni, has experienced significant growth in its net worth, surpassing ₹800 crores within a span of four years. Presently, Sakshi Dhoni holds the majority stake in this production company, which is owned by MS Dhoni. The former Indian cricket captain has diversified into various businesses and projects, including the ownership of Ranchi Rays Hockey Club, contributing to his overall wealth of Rs. 1,030 crore as per media reports.
