India, Jan. 11 -- Ashish Malpani has revealed that he stepped away from his family's powerful business legacy in order to marry his love. In an interview with Humans of Bombay founder Karishma Mehta, the Malpani Group scion said he was asked to pick between his wife and the century-old business started by his great-grandfather.

"I chose love over my family business, and somehow, that led to my most successful venture ever," he said.

The Malpani Group is an Indian diversified business conglomerate with roots in Maharashtra and a presence across numerous industries. The group has interests in renewable energy, FMCG products, amusement and water parks, and the hospitality industry - although it is today most closely associated with the rea...