At an age when most teenagers are focused solely on exams, trends, and social media validation, Aaron Thomas stands apart. A 10th-standard student preparing for his board examinations starting February 17, 2026, Aaron already carries the emotional intelligence, observational depth, and grounded confidence of someone far older. As the son of Vicky Thomas, Managing Director of EV Homes, Aaron has grown up watching real estate discussions unfold not as background noise, but as life lessons. Yet, what defines him is not privilege—it is perspective. From silently observing high-level meetings to fundraising for villages without electricity, from failing in early business attempts to dreaming of NBA courts and acting stages, Aaron’s journey is shaped by listening more than speaking.
In this exclusive, long-form conversation with dailynewsandtrends.in, Aaron speaks openly about legacy, redevelopment, creativity, faith, fashion, failure, and the responsibility of building homes—not just houses.
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Being the son of EV Homes’ MD, Vicky Thomas, you have grown up closely watching the real estate business. What are the most important lessons you have absorbed from your father, and how do you see yourself contributing to EV Homes in the future?
Since a young age, I have been sitting in rooms where I was not old enough to speak, but I was taught to listen. From a young age, I have been listening more and talking less, and this has helped me understand basic morals, ethics, and ideas of how business works. The main factor that I have learned is trust, and along with that, I have understood the key importance of relationships in the real estate business—whether it is with other people, relatives, or seniors in general.
Because of my youth, I feel it is a benefit. Unlike some people who enter real estate at an older age, they would not be gaining the experience that I am gaining right now because of the environment I am brought up in, and I am really glad for that. The most important things I have learned are trust and how you treat people. You have to treat them like family. That is why every time someone books a flat—or even if they don’t—we invite them into the EV family. That is the main idea behind EV Homes.
We have named it EV Homes, not EV House, because a house means four walls and one roof. EV Homes is more like a place where you feel you belong, where you feel you are with family and feel love. That has always been the idea of EV Homes.
For me personally, business has always been something close to me. From my young days, I have been doing businesses of my own as well. I am very interested in business. I have done fundraisers—for example, in my school, we raised around Rs 1,50,000 in just four days, and we gave it all to charity. I am a Christian, so we go to church, but I have also gone to temples because my mom is Hindu. So I have learned how to be with people of different backgrounds and levels. I have learned how to communicate and interact with people.
All the money we made through fundraising went to a non-profit organisation that was providing electricity and light to villages that did not have it. There were homes that had no lighting, and our money and the proceeds helped them.
I have also done a few online businesses. In late 2023, dropshipping was very popular, so I tried a bit of that, and I saw a lot of failure as well. The first time I did dropshipping, nothing happened. I lost money because you are supposed to buy products and try to sell them online, and that was a complete failure because I was too young at that point. But that excitement and curiosity are what keep me close to business.
Our focus has been Navi Mumbai, and I have seen Navi Mumbai grow alongside me. NMIA has come up, Atal Setu has come up. So I believe that Navi Mumbai can be the next New York, and I believe that EV Homes can be a frontrunner in changing it and making it the next New York.
Honestly speaking, if today we have Navi Mumbai and we want to turn it into New York, simply going to the outskirts, buying land, and building buildings will not make a difference. The core infrastructure that already exists needs to change. Everyone dreams that we don’t have to step outside much and that everything should be within a building and futuristic. But the houses that are already there—many of them are hazardous to life. For example, during COVID, there were many buildings that were breaking over people’s heads, like 10 Marina. When we took that project, we broke the structure down and built a new building.
There were many cases where buildings did not offer a good lifestyle, and people wanted an improved lifestyle. So we would take that area, break down the existing structure, and build a new tower there. That is where redevelopment comes in. As far as redevelopment is concerned, we are redeveloping a city as well. The core essence of changing Navi Mumbai into New York lies there. In this process, the people living there get an upgraded lifestyle. For example, earlier they had a small house that was unsafe, and now they have a big tower with a swimming pool, basketball court, football pitch. That improves their lifestyle and improves Navi Mumbai itself.
Real estate today is rapidly evolving with new design philosophies, sustainability goals, and technology. How do you, as a young mind, look at the future of the real estate sector in India, and what change would you like to be a part of?
Truth be told, at this age, I understand that there are a few markets that are core to any country’s and any city’s growth—energy, technology, food & beverages, medicine, and real estate. I feel real estate is the most important because, as we say, roti, kapda aur makaan. Makaan is your house, and that house defines how a country, a state, and a city are. As soon as infrastructure starts developing, the entire city starts developing slowly. When you see many towers coming up, you also see growth in other sectors of the market and the city.
Real estate is a core value. It is the most basic thing you need to change for development to be seen. At this age, I have seen that real estate is rapidly growing, and I don’t see any trend of it slowing down. Even if it does slow down, one factor you must consider is that real estate is a necessity, not a want. Luxury shoes, watches, clothes—those are wants. But a house is a necessity. A person needs a house. So the demand will never end.
As humans, we always want something better in life, so I feel real estate will keep growing. Maybe the market will correct itself if growth becomes excessive, but I don’t think it will ever crash permanently. Even if it does, it will fix itself again. I love the fact that we are in real estate, which I feel is currently the most secure sector and will always remain so. It is also the most change-making sector right now.
When we talk about renewables and design, I feel designs will change in terms of how eco-friendly buildings can be. Green spaces, solar panels, and maybe other renewable energy solutions—only time can tell. Humanity itself is growing towards sustainability. We don’t want to waste minerals or fossil fuels. Once these trends start, real estate will implement them. If this happens at a global level, it can transform the entire world.
Talking about Navi Mumbai, we have already seen rapid growth. Mumbai has been one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, and this growth can put us ahead of other countries if other factors are implemented. According to how my family works—my dad, uncle, and grandfather—we always look at making buildings better for the environment, for people, for lifestyle, and for the city. I feel Navi Mumbai is going to be the frontrunner because of our efforts, development, and technology—only time can say.
Your style and personality often draw comparisons to actors and models. Is modelling or acting something you see as a serious pursuit or a passion on the side?
(Laughs) Wow, wow! Acting has always been a passion. Modelling—malum nahi yeh kaha se aa gaya. I have been recognised as an actor by a few people who told me I look like one and should enter modelling. I see acting as a passion, not as a career, but time will tell. I like acting. I have been in school dramas, I have been writing stories, and I have written a book, though it is not published yet because I am too nervous.
For now, I am focused on my studies as I am in the 10th standard. My main agenda is to clear my board exams and score good marks. Acting will go where it takes me. I do act, and I am into fashion as well, but I don’t know where it will take me.
I feel the most important thing, whether you are a businessman or a normal person, is how you present yourself and how you behave. Honestly, I don’t wear designer clothes most of the time. It doesn’t matter what brand you wear; it matters how you style yourself. People today are losing themselves in fashion. Bhai, agar Ranveer Singh pink pehenta hai toh main bhi copy kar lunga. Agar Karan Johar kuch pehenta hai toh main bhi wahi karunga. People are losing their identity. Fashion is meant to express who you are.
You and I can wear different things, and that shows who we are. Even if I wear something that looks horrible, if I have confidence and say that this expression is me, that is fashion. Acting is also about representation—understanding a story, picking up a character, and entering that character. That is method acting. Creativity is at the core of all this. You have to accept yourself, express yourself, and not fall into FOMO. I feel I am good at expressing myself and confident in my creativity. Maybe I will go for acting classes. Let’s see what the future holds.
How do you balance the pressure of legacy with your personal dreams and ambitions? What keeps you grounded as a young professional?
Coming to places like BANM Exhibition Expo at Vashi or Khandeshwar keeps me grounded. These places bring me back to reality. Sitting at home watching TV, playing on PlayStation, or studying doesn’t help me understand what this legacy is or what EV Homes really means. When I come here, I see people smiling, families happy, and I realise this is what we are working for.
Happiness is simple. Freedom is simple. It doesn’t matter if you live in a five-storey building with Italian marble. What matters is coming home and seeing smiles on your family’s faces. That is true happiness for me. When people come with their kids, let them sit in helicopters, click pictures with Lamborghinis at the EV Homes stall at BANM Raigad 9th Expo, it makes me happy. We are the reason for their happiness, and that keeps me going.
When you understand the broader picture—how someone’s lifestyle improves—you feel proud and satisfied. Our hard work makes other people happy, and they can call what we build their home. That is what matters to me.
You can live in a mansion with millions or trillions, but if you are lonely at the top, what is the point? But if you have the support of many people who found their dream homes because of you, that is true satisfaction. I will continue this business because it is an honour and a privilege. Alongside that, if acting or similar fields open up, I will explore them. But my core aim will always be serving society and bringing happiness to people.
What works takes a backseat—what fuels your vibe? Share a hobby or interest that truly defines the real you.
There is a quote: Jack of all trades, master of none, but the complete version says it is still better than mastering just one. I like many things. Because I explore different fields, I gain experience across them. If I focused on just one thing, I might master it, but exploring multiple interests makes me happy.
I have played state-level basketball and won state-level taekwondo championships. I dreamt of playing basketball at a national and international level. I like acting, writing, and storytelling. I wrote a book during COVID and kept adding ideas. Every year, new stories come up. Nothing is fully finished yet, but I am improving little by little.
I love dreaming deeply. Basketball taught me discipline and resilience. I trained hard, proved myself, became captain, and gained recognition. I believe in dreaming beyond reality. Don’t just dream—work towards it. Even if you don’t reach the moon, you will reach the stars. Dreams should become dedication and motivation to keep moving forward and becoming better every day.
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