Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
Ajay Devgn, an actor, director and producer, has been excelling in multiple fields, donning several hats. The 55-year-old actor will soon return to the big screen this Diwali with Rohit Shetty's cop drama Singham Again. Despite his busy schedule, Ajay Devgn and his wife Kajol have ventured into the hospitality business by transforming their Goa abode into a stunning vacation villa, now managed by the Taj Group. Scroll down to learn more details about the luxurious property. Ajay Devgn and Kajol's luxurious villa in Goa is now available for rent at an unbelievable price. Take a tour of the lavish property One of Bollywood's wealthiest couples, Ajay Devgn and Kajol, has been busy...
Knowledge | Posted by Si Thu Aung
Scientists have solved the 500-year-old mystery surrounding Christopher Columbus' final resting place. The team spent 20 years performing a DNA analysis on human bones found buried in Spain's Seville Cathedral, confirming with 'absolute certainty' they belonged to the explorer who died in 1506. For the past two decades, they have been comparing DNA taken from the samples with that of relatives and descendants. The findings come just ahead of the U.S. holiday in his name, this Monday, timed to the second Monday in October each year to commemorate the Italian voyager's Oct. 12, 1492 discovery of the 'New World' for Spain. Columbus' body had been moved several times following his death,...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Aye Myat Thu
David and Victoria Beckham seem set on living the high life in the Sunshine State after reportedly setting their sights on a newly built $80 million megamansion in Miami Beach. The former soccer star turned MLS owner and his fashion designer wife are understood to be making a play for an imposing waterfront property, which is just a 40-minute drive from the stadium where David’s team, Inter Miami CF, currently plays. According to The Real Deal, David and Victoria are in the process of buying the nine-bedroom, 9.5-bathroom home, which is now pending sale, according to Realtor.com® records. Described in its listing as being one of “Miami Beach’s most significant...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Zarni Kyaw
For those who want to live like a rock star, here’s a true gem. Or should we say, jewel. The Beverly Hills, CA, mansion formerly owned by Kiss frontman Gene Simmons is back on the market, and it’s completely unrecognizable from its glam-metal days. Fans of the rock legend may recall that the one-of-a-kind abode was the setting for the singer’s reality TV show, “Gene Simmons Family Jewels,” which ran on the A&E network from 2006 until 2012. Simmons and his wife, Shannon Tweed Simmons, purchased the property in 1986 for $1.3 million. They lived there for decades with their two children. The couple renovated the property in 2000, according to property...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Aye Myat Thu
Not only has former president Jimmy Carter lived longer than any other American leader (he just turned 100!), but he’s kept the same simple house for more than six decades—and he reportedly built it himself. While few details are available, Carter’s longtime Plains, GA, residence is a modest ranch-style dwelling with four bedrooms, three baths, and about 4,000 square feet inside. Per the Library of Congress, “This is the first and only home the Carters have owned, and it has been the permanent residence of the family since 1961.” (Here’s the Carter family on their porch at Christmas in 1978. U.S. National Archives and Records...
Knowledge | Posted by Hnin Ei Khin
In the early 2000s, Charlie Munger–Warren Buffett's longtime business partner – made an unexpected decision. He handed almost $90 million of his family's fortune to a 38-year-old investor named Li Lu. At the time, Li was a rising star in the investment world, often called the "Chinese Warren Buffett." What followed was remarkable. That initial investment grew into about $400 million, showing just how successful that decision was. Li Lu, the founder of Himalaya Capital, had a reputation for applying the value investing principles of Ben Graham, similar to Munger and Buffett. Instead of focusing on the crowded American market, Li turned his attention to Chinese stocks, where...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
Chinese actress Fan Bingbing has reportedly rent an apartment on Barker Road in Hong Kong’s upscale neighborhood The Peak for HK$650,000 (US$83,414) monthly. According to Dimsum Daily, the residence encompasses over 5,000 square feet (465 square meters) and offers panoramic 180-degree views of Victoria Harbour. It includes five bedrooms, four bathrooms, nearly 1,000 square feet of garden space, and an expansive terrace exceeding 1,000 square feet. Sources reveal that Fan successfully acquired Hong Kong residency after nearly a decade of pursuing it through investment immigration. Barker Road is renowned not only for its breathtaking views but also for its exclusivity and privacy,...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Hnin Ei Khin
ST Headline reports that Kwan uploaded a video of her apartment’s night view along with several images of the interior to her Douyin account—China’s TikTok equivalent—on Sunday. The property, nestled in Hong Kong’s Mid-Levels residential area, reportedly covers over 270 square meters and features a design tailored to Kwan’s specifications, boasting views of the mountains and Victoria Harbour. In her residence, Kwan has dedicated a room solely to her collection of shoes, handbags, clothes, and jewelry, highlighting her penchant for luxury items, including a handbag collection valued at more than HK$10 million. The actress also actively invests in...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Aye Myat Thu
Actress Carina Lau, wife of the celebrated actor Tony Leung, disposed of her property in Shanghai for a total of HK$73.8 million (US$9.4 million). Sinchew reports that Lau bought the villa 13 years ago and netted a profit of HK$21 million from the sale. The villa features four bedrooms, rooms with sea views, and includes a parking space. Lau had resided there for an extended period before relocating. Lau is often commended for her "golden hand" in property deals and her proficient financial management. Known for her enthusiasm for real estate investment, she owns at least 10 opulent residences in Hong Kong, collectively valued at several hundred million dollars. Additionally, she...
Foreign Property News | Posted by Shwe Zin Win
Local news outlets have reported that the value of one of actress Song Hye Kyo’s properties has appreciated by 6 billion won (US$4.5 million) since its purchase in 2021. According to Znews, South Korean newspaper News1 cited Building Road Real Estate property developer, disclosing that Song acquired a building in the luxurious Hannam the Hill apartment complex in Seoul for 19.5 billion won in 2021. The property, encompassing a land area of over 494 square meters, is now assessed at 25.5 billion won, boosting the actress’ real estate assets within a few years. Reports indicate that the 1989-constructed building owned by Song underwent multiple renovations and was completely...