CJ Roy's networth: From private jet to Lamborghinis, all we know about Confident Group Chairman's wealth

The sudden and tragic death of CJ Roy, following an Income Tax operation, has drawn widespread attention—not just to the circumstances surrounding the case, but also to the scale of wealth and influence the Confident Group founder had built over decades.

Born Chiriankandath Joseph Roy, the Kochi-born entrepreneur carved out a multi-country business footprint spanning real estate, hospitality, education, aviation and entertainment. Over the years, Confident Group emerged as a prominent name with operations across India, the UAE and the United States, particularly well known in Bengaluru’s real estate circles.

Beyond business, Roy also held a diplomatic role as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic for Karnataka and Kerala, and was associated with several cultural and social initiatives. Company-linked disclosures suggest the group completed more than 150 projects, with developments ranging from residential complexes to large-format townships.


Among its headline projects was the Zion Hills Golf County near Bengaluru, a sprawling luxury development that has been widely reported to carry a valuation of around Rs 3,000 crore. Roy frequently highlighted that Confident Group followed a zero-debt approach—an uncommon stance in India’s heavily leveraged real estate sector—and often positioned it as a key reason for the group’s resilience.

From modest roots to big bets
Roy often spoke about his early exposure to property dealings through his family. Growing up in central Bengaluru, he observed land aggregation and home construction up close, learning the basics of cash flow and transactions while helping manage accounts.

A defining moment came in the early 2000s when he began acquiring large land parcels along Sarjapur Road—then considered far too remote by most developers. Despite resistance from within his own circle, Roy pushed ahead, a move that later proved highly profitable as land values multiplied over the next decade.

Confident Group itself was founded in 1991. As of March 31, 2025, the company reportedly held assets exceeding Rs 2,000 crore and had delivered nearly 160 projects across three countries.

CJ Roy Net worth

There is no officially audited figure for CJ Roy’s personal net worth. However, media profiles and industry chatter have long described him as a billionaire developer, placing his wealth comfortably in the uppermost tier of India’s property elite. Several estimates have pegged his net worth at over $1 billion, though these numbers remain unofficial.

Roy was also known for a taste for extreme luxury. Reports over the years have linked him to an enviable garage featuring high-end brands such as Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Mercedes-Benz, Lamborghini and even a Bugatti Veyron. Individual vehicles were said to be valued in the Rs 10–11 crore range.

Adding to the mystique were claims that he owned a Gulfstream G650 private jet, along with premium residences in cities like Mumbai, Dubai and Los Angeles, and a sizeable art collection showcasing both Indian and international works.