In the competitive theatre of Indian real estate, Abhishek Lodha has emerged as the voice of a new generation, scripting a narrative of audacious scale and uncompromising luxury. As managing director and CEO of Lodha Group (Macrotech Developers), a real estate titan boasting a market capitalisation of approximately ₹119,000 crore, he is not merely erecting buildings; he is engineering self-contained worlds that redefine urban aspiration. The company’s mission is unequivocal: To build landmarks that enable a better life.
A second-generation scion, Abhishek is deftly building upon the formidable legacy of his father, Mangal Prabhat Lodha. Armed with a degree in industrial engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Abhishek infused a modern, systems-driven discipline into the family enterprise. His global perspective and visionary acumen were pivotal in elevating Lodha from a regional player into a national powerhouse with landmark projects in Mumbai, Pune and London. The firm’s unique selling proposition lies in its unparalleled mastery of large-scale urban regeneration. Lodha doesn’t just construct towers; it meticulously crafts entire neighbourhoods like Palava City, a sprawling 4,500-acre smart city, delivering a holistic ecosystem of homes, schools, commercial hubs and vast green spaces.
Under Abhishek’s leadership, Lodha has become a byword for super-luxury, attracting global design legends like Armani/Casa and Philippe Starck to lend their creative genius to projects. Projects like Lodha Altamount, Lodha Malabar in Walkeshwar, Lodha Marq in Tardeo and Lodha One in Pune are a testament to this vision of Luxury. These projects are engineered ecosystems, offering residences that are less like apartments and more like private estates in the sky, with prices often exceeding ₹50 crore ($5.68 million). Lodha sells a powerful aspiration: A global lifestyle rooted in Indian values. Properties within Lodha’s landmark developments have consistently delivered remarkable return on investment, making them a top choice for discerning investors and endusers.
This blend of architectural brilliance and investment appeal has made Lodha the preferred address for India’s elite. The brand’s clientele extends beyond Bollywood—apart from Akshay Kumar and Aishwarya Rai, it attracts titans of industry and sports icons. For instance, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma is a resident in one of their marquee Worli towers, while business magnate Ajay Piramal acquired a sprawling residence in Lodha Altamount.
With robust financials, including pre-sales bookings of over ₹14,500 crore in FY24, Abhishek is steering the company towards an even more ambitious future.
First Published: Oct 13, 2025, 12:04
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