Top 5 businesses owned by MS Dhoni: Complete list of his business ventures

MS Dhoni, one of India’s most successful cricket captains, has built a diverse business portfolio beyond the cricket field. His ventures cover several industries, including sports, fitness, hospitality, food and beverages, footwear, automobiles and agriculture.

Dhoni has used his experience and popularity to explore different business opportunities. He has invested in and launched ventures across various sectors, showing his interest in entrepreneurship and his ability to build a career beyond cricket.

Throughout this article, we will share complete details about the top 5 businesses owned by MS Dhoni. We will look at his major business ventures and explore the industries in which he has created a strong presence.

5. Seven

SEVEN is an Indian lifestyle brand that offers casual and sportswear clothing, footwear and accessories. It was launched on February 19, 2016, in New Delhi by RS Seven Lifestyle and former India captain MS Dhoni. Dhoni is the brand ambassador and also owns the footwear side of the business.

The brand name SEVEN is linked to Dhoni’s famous jersey number, 7, which he wore for India. The brand manufactures its products in India, China and Vietnam and has a strong retail presence. It is available through more than 300 multi-brand stores in India, as well as online platforms, with Flipkart serving as its official e-commerce partner.

SEVEN has also expanded its distribution network to the United States and the Middle East. The brand has been associated with several sports teams as a kit sponsor, including Chennai Super Kings, Joburg Super Kings and Texas Super Kings. In January 2026, South Korea’s Fila acquired a 51% controlling stake in Seven Spa, the company that owns the Indian brand.

4. Dhoni Entertainment Private Limited

Dhoni Entertainment Private Limited is a Chennai-based production company associated with MS Dhoni. The company is managed by his family, with Sakshi Dhoni and Sheila Singh serving as co-CEOs. The production house focuses on creating original content across films, web series, documentaries and other digital formats. It has also worked on television commercials and branded content featuring Dhoni.

The company made its feature film debut with LGM (Let's Get Married) in 2023. The Tamil romantic comedy was directed by Ramesh Thamilmani and featured actors such as Nadhiya, Yogi Babu and Mirchi Vijay. Before LGM, Dhoni Entertainment produced the 2019 sports documentary Roar of the Lion, which focused on Chennai Super Kings' return to the IPL after its two-year suspension.

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Dhoni Entertainment is also exploring new projects in films, web series and graphic storytelling. One of its upcoming projects is The Hidden Hindu, a web series based on Akshat Gupta's bestselling novel. The company has also worked on Atharva: The Origin, a sci-fi graphic novel featuring an animated version of Dhoni as a futuristic warrior. These projects highlight Dhoni's growing interest in the entertainment industry.

3. Chennaiyin FC

Before becoming a cricketer, MS Dhoni played football as a goalkeeper for his school team. Although he could not pursue a professional football career, his connection with the sport continued through his business interests. Dhoni is a co-owner of Chennaiyin FC, a club that plays in the Indian Super League (ISL).

Chennaiyin FC is owned by Vita Dani, Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan and MS Dhoni. The club represents Chennai and has blue as its primary colour. Its logo, the Dhrishti Bommai, represents the Tamil cultural belief of protecting positivity and keeping negativity away.

Chennaiyin FC has reached the ISL final three times and won the title twice. The club defeated FC Goa 3-2 in the 2015 final to win its first championship. Chennaiyin then won its second ISL title in 2017-18 by beating Bengaluru FC 3-2. The team reached its third final in the 2019-20 season but lost 3-1 to ATK.

2. Shaka Harry

Shaka Harry is a Bengaluru-based plant-based food brand that offers meat alternatives made from plant proteins. The company aims to provide tasty and healthier options for people looking to reduce their consumption of traditional meat products. Its products are designed to offer a similar taste and texture while using plant-based ingredients.

MS Dhoni has invested in Shaka Harry and holds an undisclosed equity stake in the company. The brand recently raised $2 million in seed funding from investors including Better Bite Ventures, Blue Horizon and Panthera Peak Ventures. Other investors include Dexler Holdings, chef Manu Chandra and several domestic family offices and angel investors.

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Dhoni has also spoken positively about the plant protein industry and its potential for the future. He said that Shaka Harry offers a wide range of products that can provide a healthier alternative to traditional meat dishes. The investment adds another food and beverage venture to Dhoni’s growing business portfolio.

1. Hotel Mahi

Hotel Mahi Residency is one of the lesser-known business ventures associated with MS Dhoni. The mid-range hotel is located in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Dhoni’s hometown. Unlike many hotel brands, Hotel Mahi Residency does not have any other franchise outlets.

The hotel is listed on popular travel and accommodation platforms such as Airbnb, OYO and MakeMyTrip. Dhoni has also invested in other sectors, including education, food and beverages, as part of his diverse business portfolio.

Apart from Hotel Mahi Residency, Dhoni is associated with MS Dhoni Global School in Bengaluru, an English-medium school following the CBSE curriculum. He has also invested in 7Ink Brews, a company involved in the beverage and chocolate business, further expanding his presence across different industries.