Former Indian cricket team opener Shikhar Dhawan, fondly known as Gabbar, has entered the big leagues of Indian real estate by purchasing a ₹69 crore apartment in DLF’s super-luxury project – The Dahlias, located in Sector 54, Gurugram, along the elite DLF5 Golf Links stretch.
This deal not only showcases Dhawan’s transition into high-end investments post-retirement but also marks one of the costliest residential transactions in India.
Deal Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Buyer | Shikhar Dhawan |
| Project | The Dahlias |
| Location | DLF5 Golf Links, Sector 54, Gurugram |
| Developer | DLF Ltd |
| Flat Size | 6,040 sq. ft. |
| Deal Value (Incl. Stamp Duty) | ₹68.89 crore |
| Base Price | ₹65.61 crore |
| Stamp Duty Paid | ₹3.28 crore |
| Rate (Carpet Area) | ₹1,14,068.61 per sq. ft. |
| Rate (Super Area) | ₹1,08,631 per sq. ft. |
| Parking Slots | 5 reserved |
| Registration Date | First week of February 2025 |
About DLF The Dahlias
- Touted as India’s most expensive residential project
- Located next to The Camellias, another ultra-luxury DLF venture
- Spread across 17 acres
- Total development potential: 7.5 million sq. ft.
- Offers ~420 residences across 8 towers and 29 floors
- First phase (173 units) is already sold out
- Includes exclusive features like:
- Private elevator lobbies
- Signature landscape design
- Wellness clubs and curated services
Earlier, DLF had sold two penthouses for ₹150 crore each in The Dahlias, making headlines for India’s luxury property market.
About Shikhar Dhawan
| Career Highlight | Stats |
|---|---|
| International Debut | 2010 vs Australia (ODI) |
| Last Match for India | 2022 vs Bangladesh (ODI) |
| Test Matches | 34 |
| ODIs | 167 |
| T20Is | 68 |
| Retirement | August 2024 |
Dhawan is among the few cricketers making headlines post-retirement through premium investments and lifestyle-focused decisions.
FAQs
Q1. How much did Shikhar Dhawan pay for the apartment in The Dahlias?
A: The total deal value is ₹68.89 crore, which includes ₹3.28 crore in stamp duty.
Q2. What makes The Dahlias unique in Indian real estate?
A: It’s one of India’s most exclusive and expensive residential projects, offering a super-luxury lifestyle, world-class amenities, and limited-edition homes in DLF Phase-5, Gurugram.
Q3. How big is Dhawan’s apartment?
A: It measures 6,040 square feet and comes with five parking slots.
Q4. How many residences does The Dahlias offer?
A: The project will have ~420 residences across 8 towers.
Q5. Has DLF sold other expensive properties in this project?
A: Yes, two penthouses were earlier sold for ₹150 crore each, setting a national benchmark.