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For some people, all the wealth and treasures in the world mean everything. While for some people, money has no real value. Ananda Krishnan, who passed away last November, left behind a large business empire and personal wealth estimated at $5.1 billion. At the time of his death, he was the richest Indian origin person and the sixth richest Malaysian. However, the future of Ananda Krishnan’s immense wealth remains uncertain. His only son and heir, Ven Ajahn Siripanyo, a Buddhist monk, renounced a multi-billion dollar inheritance and gave up all worldly life.

What made this billionaire heir renounce his fortune and choose a monastic life?

Ven Ajahn Siripanyo was born to Ananda Krishnan’s first wife, Chakraban, Momwajarongse Suprinda Chakraban. Ven became a monk at the young age of 18 while visiting his mother’s family in Thailand. He started as a monk as a temporary thing, but later committed fully to monastic life of a monk. Ven Ajahn Siripanyo now leads Dtao Dum Monastery, which is a tranquil and scenic monastery located on the Thailand-Myanmar border.

Which monastery does he lead?

Interestingly, Siripanyo, together with both his sisters, was brought up in London and speaks eight languages, including English, Tamil, and Thai. In addition to his multilingual dialogue, this type of cultured upbringing has provided him with a broad, multicultural perspective on life. Although he has followed a spiritual path, he still acknowledges his heritage and maintains a cordial and respectful relationship with his father until Ananda Krishnan’s passing.

Who is Ven Ajahn Siripanyo, and how is he related to Ananda Krishnan?

Ananda Krishnan, Ven Ajahn Siripanyo’s father, was the owner of Aircel, which was one of the largest telecommunications companies in India. At one point, Aircel was a major sponsor of the Chennai Super Kings’ IPL team (led by the legendary MS Dhoni). Ananda Krishnan built Aircel into a significant player in Indian telecommunications before selling and rebranding it.

It’s interesting to note that Ananda Krishnan—a graduate of Harvard Business School—owns three private communications satellites presently spinning around the Earth. In addition to being an experienced entrepreneur, Tan Sri Ananda Krishnan is popularly recognized in Malaysian business circles. He was widely known for his philanthropic and religious contributions. As of November 26, 2024, Forbes reported this real-time net worth was $5.1 billion.

For some people, all the wealth and treasures in the world mean everything. While for some people, money has no real value. Ananda Krishnan, who passed away last November, left behind a large business empire and personal wealth estimated at $5.1 billion. At the time of his death, he was the richest Indian origin person and the sixth richest Malaysian. However, the future of Ananda Krishnan’s immense wealth remains uncertain. His only son and heir, Ven Ajahn Siripanyo, a Buddhist monk, renounced a multi-billion dollar inheritance and gave up all worldly life.

What made this billionaire heir renounce his fortune and choose a monastic life?

Ven Ajahn Siripanyo was born to Ananda Krishnan’s first wife, Chakraban, Momwajarongse Suprinda Chakraban. Ven became a monk at the young age of 18 while visiting his mother’s family in Thailand. He started as a monk as a temporary thing, but later committed fully to monastic life of a monk. Ven Ajahn Siripanyo now leads Dtao Dum Monastery, which is a tranquil and scenic monastery located on the Thailand-Myanmar border.

Which monastery does he lead?

Interestingly, Siripanyo, together with both his sisters, was brought up in London and speaks eight languages, including English, Tamil, and Thai. In addition to his multilingual dialogue, this type of cultured upbringing has provided him with a broad, multicultural perspective on life. Although he has followed a spiritual path, he still acknowledges his heritage and maintains a cordial and respectful relationship with his father until Ananda Krishnan’s passing.

Who is Ven Ajahn Siripanyo, and how is he related to Ananda Krishnan?

Ananda Krishnan, his father, was the owner of Aircel, which was one of the largest telecommunications companies in India. At one point, Aircel was a major sponsor of the Chennai Super Kings’ IPL team (led by the legendary MS Dhoni). Ananda Krishnan built Aircel into a significant player in Indian telecommunications before selling and rebranding it.

Ananda Krishnan’s net worth was reportedly around Rs 45,339 crore. He was one of the wealthiest men in Malaysia across a range of industries including telecom, media, oil and gas, real estate, and satellites.

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