Baba Arts Ltd has finalized its ownership transition with Skybridge Interactive LLP acquiring a total 74.67% stake. The final tranche of 6.5 million shares has been transferred, effectively reducing promoter Gordhan P. Tanwani’s holding to nil. This completes the share purchase agreement initiated in February, signaling a major shift in control for the media company.
Baba Arts Ownership Transition Complete
Baba Arts Ltd has confirmed the transfer of the final 6,500,000 equity shares (12.38%) to Skybridge Interactive LLP at Rs 6 per share. This follows the initial transfer of 32,700,000 shares in October, bringing the acquirer's total stake to 74.67%.
Reader Takeaway: Skybridge Interactive now holds majority control of Baba Arts; monitor for upcoming board and management structural changes.
What Just Happened
Skybridge Interactive LLP has fulfilled the final obligations under the Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) dated 25th February 2026. The off-market transaction, completed on 3rd November 2026, saw the transfer of the promoter's remaining stake. Gordhan P. Tanwani, the outgoing promoter, has reduced his holding to zero, while the public shareholding remains steady at 25.32%.
Why This Matters
This transaction marks the formal transfer of control of Baba Arts Ltd. For shareholders, the move signifies a definitive change in the company's management trajectory and ownership profile. While the operational scope remains as per the company's existing business model, the influx of a new majority stakeholder typically precedes shifts in corporate strategy or board composition.
What Changes Now
The company has confirmed that while the equity transfer is complete, the regulatory reclassification of the outgoing promoter group will proceed under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulation 31A. The market will now watch for any potential changes to the company’s leadership team or strategic direction under the new majority owner, Skybridge Interactive LLP.
Context Metrics
The total paid-up capital of the company stands at 52,500,000 equity shares of Re. 1 each. The acquirer’s total stake includes an additional 600 shares previously obtained through an open offer.
