India, June 8 -- Fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya recently opened up about various chapters of his life in a podcast conversation with entrepreneur Raj Shamani. Among the standout moments was his reflection on the now-iconic penthouse perched atop Kingfisher Towers in Bengaluru-a property that continues to fascinate real estate enthusiasts for its unique story and prime location.

The penthouse, which overlooks Cubbon Park and lies in the heart of Bengaluru's Central Business District, was originally Mallya's childhood home. "That was the bungalow where I grew up and where my father lived. It originally stood on the same land where Kingfisher Towers now stands," Mallya recalled.

According to Mallya, the transformation of that bungalow i...