Quick Info
| Profession | Businessman |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 09/02/1967 |
| Age | 59 years |
| Birthplace | New Delhi, India |
Latest News about Ajay Bijli
15/04/2025
Ajay Bijli, as the Managing Director of PVR INOX Limited, announced the company's strategic expansion plan to add 500 new screens across India by 2027, aiming to solidify its position as the largest cinema chain in the country. The announcement was made during the company's annual investor meeting, highlighting a projected revenue growth of 20% driven by new premium formats and regional content.
10/02/2025
On his 58th birthday, Ajay Bijli was honored with the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' at the Indian Film Industry Awards for his transformative role in revolutionizing India's cinematic experience over the past three decades. The award recognized his pioneering work in establishing the first multiplex in India and his leadership in merging PVR with INOX to create the nation's largest cinema operator.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Ajay Bijli |
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| Famous For | Being the Chairman and MD of PVR Cinemas |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 177 cm |
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| Weight | 70 kg |
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Hindu College (Delhi), Harvard Business School |
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| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Arts Honours, Owner/President Management |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Aquarius |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Selena (High School-1990) |
| Marriage Date | April 1990 |
Family
| Spouse | Selena | ||||
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| Siblings | Sanjeev Bijli |
Career
| Net Worth (approx.) | Not Known |
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| Organization(s) | PVR INOX & PVR Inox Pictures |
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Favourites
| Favourite Hangout Place | PVR Director's Cut |
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| Favourite Sport | Cricket |
| Favourite Business Leader | J.R.D. Tata |
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| Favourite Political Leader | Mahatma Gandhi |
| Favourite Colour | Black |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His father purchased Priya Cinema in Vasant Vihar, Delhi in 1978. | |
| 2. He enjoyed spending his childhood at the cinema, watching movies with his cousins all day long. | |
| 3. He married his high school sweetheart, Selena, in 1990, and they had two daughters and one son. | |
| 4. He renovated Priya Cinema with a new projector, Dolby sound system, carpets, comfortable seats, and better air conditioning, exclusively showing Hollywood films. | |
| 5. The revamped cinema opened in 1991 and became a huge success. | |
| 6. In 1992, he faced a significant setback when his father passed away, and in 1994, his transport company suffered losses due to a fire. | |
| 7. In late 1995, he partnered with Village Road Show (VRS) to establish Priya Village Roadshow (PVR) and opened the first multiplex in India, PVR Anupam. | |
| 8. After 9/11 in 2001, his Australian partners intended to leave India, but he remained dedicated to expanding his brand. | |
| 9. He conducted an IPO in January 2006, raising â‚ą125 Crore for further expansion. | |
| 10. He produced notable films like “Taare Zameen Par” in 2007 and “Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na” in 2008. | |
| 11. At CineAsia 2017, he received the "Asian Exhibitor of the Year" award. | |
| 12. His involvement with offshore companies was revealed in the Panama Papers on 20 June 2018. | |
| 13. In August 2018, PVR acquired 71.69% stakes in SPI Cinemas for around â‚ą850 Crore to expand PVR screens across India. | |
| 14. PVR is India's largest and Asia's fourth-largest cinema chain, with an annual turnover exceeding Rs. 6,300 crore. | |
| 15. In 2024, PVR Cinemas merged with INOX Leisure to form PVR INOX Limited, the largest cinema exhibitor in India. | |
| 16. He is widely known as the 'Mister Multiplex' of India for pioneering the multiplex concept in the country. |