Bollywood has seen many promising actors who after one or two films disappeared from the silver screen. Some chose a quiet life building businesses far away from the spotlight. One such name is Gayatri Joshi who debuted alongside Bollywood’s King Shah Rukh Khan and then vanished from films only to build a fortune that many can only dream of. Who is Gayatri Joshi? Gayatri Joshi made her Bollywood debut in the 2004 Ashutosh Gowariker film Swades. The movie which was even considered for the Oscars became iconic for its storyline and Shah Rukh Khan-Gayatri Joshi pairing. Her performance won hearts and critics’ applause and fans expected her to become a leading name in the industry. However Gayatri chose a completely different path after this single film. Why Did She Leave Bollywood? The question that baffled many was why she walked away at the peak of her potential. The answer lies in her personal life. In 2005 just a year after Swades released Gayatri Joshi married businessman Vikas Oberoi. Following her marriage she stepped away from films entirely choosing to focus on life outside the entertainment industry. From Screen to Business Empire Vikas Oberoi her husband is one of India’s leading real estate tycoons running the Oberoi Construction Company. Thanks to this partnership and her own acumen Gayatri Joshi is now a part of an empire worth an estimated Rs 50000 crore according to Forbes. While she may no longer be in the limelight her life today is a testament to building wealth and influence away from Bollywood’s glitter. A Different Kind of Stardom Gayatri Joshi’s journey reflects that stardom doesn’t only come from films or fame. While she left the silver screen she has created an equally glamorous life in business proving that success can take many forms. From Shah Rukh Khan’s heroine to a billionaire businesswoman her story continues to inspire many. Highlights: Gayatri Joshi debuted opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Swades and never acted again. She married businessman Vikas Oberoi in 2005 and shifted focus to business. Today Gayatri Joshi is part of a Rs 50000 crore real estate empire.