Lalit Modi, founder at former Chairman of the Indian Premier League (IPL), hosted a pre-70th Birthday bash for Vijay Mallya, former owner of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
The event was held at the former’s residence in London, and an image of the two posing together for the photograph has surfaced on social media.
Thank you to @LalitKModi for hosting a fabulous pre 70th Birthday party in honor of @TheVijayMallya last night at his beautiful London Home pic.twitter.com/Qb5G3Xa0YB
— Jim Rydell (@jim_rydell) December 17, 2025
Lalit Modi responded to the post by stating:
“Thank you all for coming and celebrating my friend @TheVijayMallya pre birthday bash at my house“
Thank you all for coming and celebrating my friend @TheVijayMallya pre birthday bash at my house 🥰🙏🏽🤗 https://t.co/gXBVRhKy75
— Lalit Kumar Modi (@LalitKModi) December 17, 2025
Photographer Jim Rydell, who uploaded the image above, shared more images from the party on his official Instagram profile (@jim_rydell), which revealed others in attendance, such as Hollywood actor Idris Elba and fashion designer Manoviraj Khosla.
Modi-Mallya’s IPL Ties
The IPL was launched in 2008 by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) under the leadership of Lalit Modi, who served as its first chairman.
Designed as a franchise-based Twenty20 cricket league, the IPL brought together city-based teams, star international and domestic players, and high-stakes player auctions, creating a unique mix of sport and entertainment.
Its first season featured eight teams and captured the imagination of cricket fans worldwide. Over the years, the IPL has grown into one of the most-watched and commercially successful cricket leagues, transforming global cricket and providing a platform for emerging talent.
RCB, one of the original eight IPL franchises, was initially owned by Vijay Mallya, and was under his ownership until 2016. They are currently the defending champions, having won their maiden title in 2025.
