Vijay Kishanlal Kedia, born in Kolkata, is a celebrated Indian investor and a key figure in the stock market, known for his remarkable success and strategic acumen. Recognized by Business World as one of the top successful investors in India and described by the Economic Times as a “market master,” Kedia has amassed a portfolio valued at over Rs. 1,467.6 crore. His journey began at 19, and despite early challenges, his persistence led him to Mumbai, where he achieved significant success through Kedia Securities Pvt. Ltd., holding substantial stakes in various publicly listed companies. Kedia’s investment philosophy, encapsulated by the acronym SMILE—Small in size, Medium in experience, Large in aspiration, Extra-large in market potential—focuses on investing in well-managed companies with long-term growth potential. He gained prominence for accurately predicting India’s structural bull run in 2012 and making highly profitable investments in companies like Atul Auto, Aegis Logistics, and Cera Sanitaryware. Kedia is a sought-after speaker at prestigious institutions such as IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, MDI Murshidabad, and the London Business School, and he has delivered two TEDx talks. He attributes his success to knowledge, courage, patience, and a bit of luck, maintaining a 100% investment in stocks throughout his 30-year career.