MS Dhoni is not just a cricket legend, he is also a smart businessman. From being one of the most successful captains in Indian cricket history to building a powerful brand off the field, Dhoni has done it all!
His calm leadership, iconic moments like winning the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup, and his role in shaping young players have made him a national hero.
But what many people don’t know is that off the pitch, Mahi has built a thriving business empire worth crores — and an important part of that success story is his mother-in-law, Sheila Singh.
One of Dhoni’s most talked-about ventures is Dhoni Entertainment Private Limited, a production house that has been making waves in the media world. The company is co-headed by Sheila Singh, who serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and her daughter Sakshi Dhoni. And yes, you read that right — Sheila Singh is Dhoni’s mother-in-law.
Sheila Singh stepped into this leadership role in 2020 alongside Sakshi, and the two have since transformed the company into a powerful production house. Under their direction, Dhoni Entertainment has produced several successful projects and expanded significantly — so much so that it’s now reportedly valued at over Rs 800 crore. Sakshi Dhoni continues to hold the largest stake in the company, while her mother handles key responsibilities with finesse.
What’s even more inspiring is Sheila Singh’s journey. Long before the company took shape, she was managing her household and raising her children while her husband, RK Singh (Dhoni’s father-in-law), worked with Dhoni’s father Pan Singh Dhoni at the Kanoi Group’s Binaguri Tea Company. At that time, Dhoni was just beginning his cricket career. Little did anyone know that she would go on to lead one of her son-in-law’s biggest business ventures.
Today, Dhoni’s total net worth stands at over Rs 1030 crore, with a significant chunk coming from his business interests including Dhoni Entertainment.
From taking care of the home to now running a company worth hundreds of crores, Sheila Singh’s story is a reminder that leadership can come at any stage of life and that success often comes from the most unexpected places.