Last Updated on June 11, 2025
From losing his father just days after arriving in Dubai to rising as a trusted real estate entrepreneur, Chethan Subramanya’s journey is one of resilience and purpose
In 2015, a young man from Nandini Layout, Bangalore, stepped onto the sun-scorched tarmac of Dubai with little more than ambition and a dream. What followed wasn’t a fairy tale—it was a journey shaped by loss, built on resilience, and steered by purpose.
Chethan Subramanya, then armed with a Master’s degree in Commerce and unshakable determination, began his Gulf stint as an Accounts cum Admin Executive at Prime Strategy Group. Forty-five days into the job, fate struck a cruel blow — his father passed away. The scramble to gather funds and catch a last-minute flight back home only added to the emotional weight he carried.
“I didn’t have the luxury of time or money,” Chethan recalls. “But I had a responsibility—to my family, to myself, and to the dream I’d just begun chasing.”
When he returned to Dubai after the rituals, it wasn’t as the same person. He was quieter, more focused, and more driven than ever. Within six months, he climbed from Executive to Assistant Manager. Soon, he was entrusted with managing three core divisions — HR, Fitness, and Advertising — all under the guidance of Mr. Hashim Parambath, Managing Director of Prime Strategy Group.
Between 2015 and 2020, Chethan became the heartbeat of the company. His work ethic, ability to multitask, and integrity earned him the title “Game Changer.” But just as things seemed steady, the pandemic disrupted the world — and Chethan’s path, once again, shifted.
Rather than retreat, he adapted. Teaming up with longtime friend and confidant Mr. Umesh Shetty, he co-founded Impressive Real Estate LLC. With no prior background in property sales, his transition from corporate jobs at HP, Fidelity, and JP Morgan to real estate might have seemed unconventional. But Chethan leaned on his experience in handling high-net-worth clients and strategic business operations.
The result? A flourishing real estate business today, known across the UAE for its personalized service and unwavering ethics.
“People don’t buy just property,” says Chethan. “They invest in trust. And that’s what I offer — no shortcuts, just sincerity.”
Over the past five years, Chethan has carved a niche in the UAE real estate market, building long-term relationships with clients across the globe. But he hasn’t let success distance him from his roots.
A proud alumnus of Siddaganga Mutt, Kyatsandra, Tumkur, Chethan credits his moral compass to the late Dr. Shivakumara Swamiji — the revered Walking God (Nadedaduva Devaru). The Swamiji’s philosophy of “Be good, do good” continues to guide his personal and professional life.
Beyond boardrooms and property portfolios, Chethan is deeply involved in community initiatives and cultural engagement.
- As General Secretary of Kannada Koota Dubai, he spearheads events like Sangeetha Saurabha and Kannada Rajyotsava.
- As Vice President of Karnataka International Business Network, he connects entrepreneurs and visionaries from Karnataka across the globe.
- As a core member and team captain at Gulf Geleyaru, he played a key leadership role in Karnataka Cricket League (KCL) 2024 Season 1.
- He also lends his time and resources to Iftar food drives, flood relief efforts, blood donation camps, and mentoring job seekers.
Much of this, he says, is fueled by the unwavering support of his family — his late father Mr. Subramanya Shetty, mother Mrs. Sarojamma Subramanya, brother Mr. Ananth Subramanya, wife Mrs. Annapoorna, and daughter Aarna Chethan.
He had already achieved a significant milestone by 2012 — buying a house in Bangalore — a feat he attributes to his family’s collective effort and his own early financial struggles. From borrowing flight money to surviving personal loss, every chapter of his journey has been handwritten with persistence.
Friends like Manju and Umesh stood by him during his toughest hours, reminding him that dreams, no matter how distant, can become destinations — if you have the right people and the right spirit.
Today, for many in the UAE’s Kannadiga community, the name Chethan doesn’t just mean a businessman. It stands for resilience, trust, and a legacy built with heart.
To connect with Chethan Subramanya or explore real estate opportunities in the UAE, reach out to him on WhatsApp at +971 50 354 1953.