Quick Info
| Profession | Entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 10/09/1980 |
| Age | 45 years |
| Birthplace | India |
Latest News about Kal Somani
24/03/2026
A consortium led by US-based entrepreneur Kal Somani acquired IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals for a record-breaking $1.63 billion, marking the first Indian Premier League team to surpass the $1 billion valuation mark. The deal, pending BCCI approval, was backed by American businessman Rob Walton of the Walmart family and the Hamp family, who hold majority stakes in the NFL's Detroit Lions. Somani, a minority investor in the franchise since 2021, led the bid ahead of the IPL 2026 season.
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Black |
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| Hair Colour | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | B.Tech. |
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| Field | Electronics and Telecommunications |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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Relationships & More
| Wife/Spouse | Varsha Somani |
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Career
| Net Worth | $110 Billion (as of 2026) | ||||
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| Partnerships | Motor City Golf Club | ||||
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalsomani/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Kal Somani grew up in a small village in India. | |
| 2. He did not have a television at his home. | |
| 3. His father, a social worker, passed away when he was sixteen. | |
| 4. Mathematics and science were his favourite subjects in school. | |
| 5. As of 2026, he lived in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States. | |
| 6. He first worked on a computer in college. | |
| 7. He is experienced in developing and acquiring technology-based educational, artificial intelligence, data privacy, and sports companies. | |
| 8. He has a technology-driven ideology, focusing on impactful tech solutions. |