Upasana Kamineni Konidela, wife of actor Ram Charan and daughter-in-law of veteran star Chiranjeevi, has her own distinct place in the corporate world, away from the world of films. Serving as Vice Chairperson of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Apollo Hospitals, an institution founded by her grandfather and chairman, Dr Prathap C Reddy, she plays an important role behind the group’s philanthropic and healthcare initiatives.
She recently appeared on an episode if Kamiya Jani’s Curly Tales, where it was revealed that she is richer than her husband and father in law.
Ram Charan’s wife Upasana’s wealth
During the segment, the host mentioned, “She is also a powerful force in her own right, heading a business empire worth Rs 77,000 crore.”
Born into the influential Kamineni family, Upasana joined the family business after completing her education, continuing its legacy alongside her mother, Shobana Kamineni, who played a huge role in growing the company and its reach. Following her mother’s footsteps, Upasana was also recognised for her work in the sector. Apart from her CSR role, she is also the Managing Director of Family Health Plan Insurance TPA (FHPL).
She also established UR.Life, a holistic wellness platform aimed at promoting healthy living. Her contributions have earned her the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for Philanthropist of the Year and a place in Forbes Tycoon of Tomorrow.
Despite her background, Upasana mentioned that wealth was not automatically at her disposal. In an earlier interaction with Masoom Minawala, she explained, “People think I come from a rich family, but I don’t have access to the kind of wealth that would require me to do the things that I want. I needed to understand how my business could run better and how I could grow my wealth to align with my vision. It was important to stop relying solely on others and instead empower myself with the right tools and insights.”
Upasana on facing patriarchy
She also opened up facing patriarchy earlier and the scrutiny women in leadership often face. “I did see patriarchy at home but luckily it was nipped in the bud. The girls were very strong and they asked for their own share, and I am happy to say that our family treats men and women equally and I am very proud of it,” she shared. Speaking about professional challenges, she added, “They know your weakness and they play to your weaknesses. That’s why I never go to a meeting without prepping. I know I need to brush my skills up with those one-two extra things also and that gives me the confidence so no one can break me.”
