Vijay Mallya

Vijay Mallya is an Indian businessman known for his involvement in the alcohol, aviation, and hospitality industries through his conglomerate, the United Breweries Group. He gained fame as the owner of Kingfisher Airlines and the Kingfisher beer brand. Over time, he faced financial difficulties, resulting in debts and legal issues related to unpaid loans and financial misconduct. Mallya became a symbol of corporate controversy in India, with authorities seeking to recover billions of dollars owed to banks. His story highlights the complexities of corporate governance, financial management, and regulatory oversight in the business world.