About Us
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Meet Astara Bay
Astara Bay is a diversified real estate fund built on strategic thinking, ethical principles, and deep local market knowledge. We operate under the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), one of the most trusted financial jurisdictions globally.
No management burden
Fully compliant with Sharia law
Diversified to mitigate risk
Expert-led at every level
Leadership You Can Trust
At Astara Bay, your investment is guided by a team with decades of experience in global wealth management and real estate.
Led by founder Shad Kayani, our leadership combines deep financial expertise with on-the-ground knowledge of the Dubai market—ensuring every decision is strategic, compliant, and performance-focused.
Founder & CEO
Shad Kayani
Shad brings over three decades of experience in global finance and real estate, including senior leadership at FTSE100 institutions and The Crown Estate. He also manages a personal multimillion-dollar property portfolio spanning the UK and UAE.
Operational Director
Julia Kayani
Leading all operational aspects with over a decade of international real estate expertise. Responsible for market analysis, property selection, and local regulatory compliance. Julia also speaks English, Chinese and Russian fluently.
Property & Investment Officer
Ksenia Radilchuk
Manages the fund’s asset management and all financial decisions, including budgeting, financial forecasting, and investor payouts. Ksenia and her team ensures all investment activities are executed efficiently.
