Private Equity in Indian Real Estate Drops, But Bigger Deals Take Center Stage

Private equity investments in Indian real estate continued to soften in FY25, reaching USD 3.7 billion—a 43% drop from FY21. ANAROCK Capital’s FLUX FY25 report reveals a strategic shift toward fewer, larger deals, with logistics and warehousing capturing nearly half of total investments. Notably, foreign capital surged, accounting for 84% of the year’s inflows, signaling growing global confidence in India’s long-term real estate potential.

Priyanka Chopra’s Family Leases Pune Property for ₹1.49 Crore Over 5 Years

Priyanka Chopra’s mother and brother have rented out their 4,800 sq. ft Koregaon Park property in Pune for ₹2.25 lakh a month. With a five-year lease and 5% annual escalation, the deal totals ₹1.49 crore, reflecting smart real estate investment by the Chopra family.

Lodha Registers ₹4,810 Crore (₹48.1 Billion) Sales in Q4, Crosses ₹17,620 Crore (₹176.2 Billion) in FY25

Lodha, one of India’s top real estate developers, closed FY25 on a high note with record Q4 sales of ₹4,810 crore and total annual pre-sales reaching ₹17,620 crore. Driven by robust project launches and strong NRI demand, the company now eyes further growth in FY26 with a ₹20,000 crore launch pipeline.

Blackstone Acquires 40% Stake in Kolte-Patil Developers

In a landmark deal, Blackstone has acquired a 40% stake in Kolte-Patil Developers, a leading real estate developer in India. The global investment firm has also launched an open offer to acquire an additional 26% stake, potentially raising its ownership to 66%. This move is expected to bring fresh capital, enhanced governance, and strategic expansion to Kolte-Patil while strengthening Blackstone’s presence in India’s booming residential real estate market.

New Home Launches Dominate Sales in Top 7 Indian Cities in 2024

India’s real estate market is witnessing a major shift, with newly launched homes accounting for 42% of total sales in 2024. Bengaluru and Chennai led with a 53% share of fresh supply absorption, while NCR saw remarkable growth in new project demand. As homebuyers prioritize affordability and future returns, leading developers are driving the trend with strategically located, well-planned projects.