Leading production house Hombale Films is understood to be interested in purchasing the Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers BangaloreIt is being said that in recent times many big name investors are eyeing RCB,
In a previous development it was said that the current owner, Diageo India may sell the franchise before the 19th installment of the IPL (IPL 2026). Producer of blockbuster hits like KGF, Kantara, And Salaar It is being said that he is eyeing a new beginning.
Although there has been no official confirmation from either party, according to OneIndia, through the same source, it is understood that Homble has held preliminary discussions with Diageo. Let us tell you that Homble Films has already worked with RCB. They are the official digital partner of RCB from April 2023. He has also created many creative promos, cinematic match teasers and engagement campaigns.
RCB, which broke its trophy drought in the 18th installment of the IPL, saw its valuation reach nearly USD 2 billion (approximately Rs 17,000 crore). According to the report, Vijay Kiragandur-led Hombale Films is not the only company interested in acquiring RCB. Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath, Adani Group, JSW Group, Serum Institute's Adar Poonawala and Devyani International are other potential buyers.
If the deal is successful, the franchise is expected to gain immense popularity among its local fan base in the state of Karnataka. It is understood that the association of the state's deep cricket culture with one of the powerhouses of the Kannada film industry will give a huge boost to the popularity of both the parties ahead of IPL 2026.
Under the leadership of Rajat Patidar as the new full-time captain, RCB won the IPL 2025 title. The Men in Red defeated Punjab Kings in the final of the tournament. RCB retained Patidar, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Phil Salt, Jitesh Sharma, Krunal Pandya, Swapnil Singh, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethel, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Nuwan Thushara, Rasikh Salam, Abhinandan Singh and Suyyash Sharma ahead of the mega auction for IPL 2026.
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