Meet man who owns India's most expensive apartment, not Mukesh Ambani, Shah Rukh Khan, Abhishek Bachchan

In a landmark moment for Mumbai's luxury real estate market, an extraordinary deal recently unfolded, capturing the attention of the nation’s elite. The buyer? JP Taparia, a name synonymous with global leadership in contraceptive manufacturing. But who is the man behind this historic acquisition, and what has driven his rise to such heights?

JP Taparia's entrepreneurial journey began in the 1990s when he stepped away from his family’s engineering and hand tools business to carve his own path. This bold move led to the creation of Famy Care, a powerhouse in the global contraceptive market. Today, the company holds an impressive market share, with 15% of women using oral contraceptive pills worldwide relying on Famy Care’s products.

The Taparia family's success, however, extends far beyond contraceptives. Their ventures include being the world's leading producers of copper, showcasing a remarkable ability to diversify across industries. This widespread success has catapulted the Taparias into the upper tier of India’s wealthiest families, enabling them to secure one of the country’s most coveted addresses.

The latest feather in JP Taparia’s cap is the acquisition of an opulent 27,160-square-foot triplex in Mumbai's Malabar Hills. Purchased from the prestigious Lodha Group, this record-breaking property has redefined luxury real estate in India. The stamp duty alone—a staggering ₹19.07 crore ($2.3 million)—underscores the scale of the transaction, which now holds the title of the country’s priciest residential purchase.

Nestled on Walkeshwar Road near the governor’s residence, this sprawling property offers not just unparalleled luxury but also an address steeped in prestige. Malabar Hills, long synonymous with India’s industrial tycoons and high-net-worth individuals, now counts the Taparias among its most illustrious residents—a testament to their extraordinary journey and immense success.