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From bricks to blockbusters: How CJ Roy turned Bengaluru’s fringe into fortune
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CJ Roy transformed from managing his mother's real estate accounts to becoming a wealthy developer by betting on overlooked land along Sarjapur Road. This foresight, honed by early exposure to property transactions, led him to launch Confident Group and capitalize on Bengaluru's tech boom, achieving spectacular returns.
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