NEW DELHI: Vault by Virat Kohli, India’s premium franchise-led fitness chain, today announced that cricketer and entrepreneur Virat Kohli and his brother, Vikas Kohli, have deepened their commitment to the brand by becoming strategic investors and formalising a collective 28% equity stake in Vault. Virat Kohli continues to retain the majority shareholding in the company.
The announcement comes as Vault by Virat Kohli accelerates its national expansion through a scalable, franchise-partner-driven growth strategy. The brand has surpassed 30,000 members across 30 operational clubs in India and is preparing to expand its network to more than 50 clubs by the end of the year.
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Founded by fitness industry veteran Mukesh Gogia in 2023, Vault by Virat Kohli has expanded from a single-city concept into a growing franchise network focused on building premium fitness infrastructure across India. The brand’s clubs range between approximately 6,000 sq. ft. and 25,000 sq. ft., catering to the increasing demand for organised fitness and wellness facilities.
Vault has established its presence across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities, including Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Gorakhpur, Hyderabad, and many more locations. As part of its next phase of expansion, the brand plans to focus significantly on Tier 3 cities, targeting growing demand for premium fitness facilities beyond major metropolitan markets.
Commenting on the development, Mukesh Gogia, Founder of Vault, said, “Virat Kohli and Vikas Kohli joining Vault as strategic investors marks a key milestone for the brand. Having them join our vision is a strong validation of where we’re headed. Vault was built on the idea that premium fitness shouldn’t be exclusive to a handful of metros — it should be accessible, community-driven, and consistent, whether you’re training in Delhi or Gorakhpur. We’re not just adding clubs — we’re building a movement with a focus on performance, dedication, and a contemporary approach to fitness and wellness in India.”
Speaking about the partnership, Vikas Kohli said, “We’ve always believed that the next wave of consumer brands in India will be built on strong communities and differentiated experiences, and Vault exemplifies both. What stood out to us is the brand’s commitment to making high-quality fitness accessible beyond the traditional metro markets, while maintaining a sharp focus on member experience and operational excellence. We’re excited to support Vault’s journey as it continues to redefine how India engages with fitness and wellness, creating a scalable and impactful fitness ecosystem for the country’s growing health-conscious population.”
Vault’s fitness ecosystem has been developed in partnership with recognised names in fitness equipment and recovery solutions, including Matrix, Torque USA, and Precor for strength and cardio equipment, along with Hyperice, which supports Vault’s dedicated Recovery Rooms.
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With its expanded equity structure and franchise-led growth model, Vault by Virat Kohli aims to continue building its presence across Indian markets while strengthening access to organised fitness and wellness infrastructure.
