Mon Nov 11 08:13:09 UTC 2024: ## Dhoni’s Midas Touch Turns Khatabook into a Rs 4,500 Crore Unicorn

**Bengaluru, Nov 11, 2024:** Former Indian captain MS Dhoni’s influence seems to turn everything he touches into gold. The cricketing legend has once again proven his business acumen by helping a small startup, Khatabook, achieve a staggering Rs 4,500 crore valuation.

Dhoni has been a vocal supporter of Khatabook, a Bengaluru-based startup that focuses on online payments, since its inception in 2018. The company, founded by Ashish Sonone, Dhanesh Kumar, Vaibhav Kalpe, Jaideep Poonia, and Ravish Naresh, has received substantial investment from Dhoni. His faith in the company has paid off, as it has grown exponentially in recent years.

Apart from financial backing, Dhoni has been a constant source of support and encouragement for Khatabook. His confidence in the company and guidance have played a crucial role in its remarkable success.

The news of Khatabook’s valuation reaching Rs 4,500 crore has ignited social media, with many users reiterating Dhoni’s “Midas Touch”. While celebrities investing in startups is becoming increasingly common, only a few such ventures achieve significant success.

Dhoni, meanwhile, is gearing up for another IPL season, having been retained by Chennai Super Kings for a hefty Rs 4 crore.

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