“Ahead of the Shark Tank India Season 3 launch, judges share valuable tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. Radhika Gupta emphasizes resilience amid uncertainties, saying,
‘You don’t crumble because of volatility, you make the best of it.’ Peyush Bansal of Lenskart advises focusing on value creation.
These sharks are venture capitalists, meaning they invest in the companies that are put forth them in exchange for stake or equity if they see a growth potential in them.
Aman Gupta of boAt encourages believing in oneself, while Varun Dua of Acko General Insurance provides problem-solving insights.
Other tips include Amit Jain’s perspective on success and Namita Thapar’s advice to stay true to oneself.
Vineeta Singh urges entrepreneurs not to be demotivated by starting afresh.
The upcoming season features 12 Sharks. Streaming on Sony Liv, Shark Tank India Season 3 promises a blend of wisdom and entrepreneurial brilliance.”
What’s special about this season of Shark Tank? Get ready for the launch on January 22,
1.Shark Tank India : Aman Gupta co-founder and CMO of boat :
“boAt, co-founded by Aman Gupta, started its journey in 2015 as a lifestyle brand focused on audio products. Rapidly gaining popularity for its stylish and affordable headphones, speakers, and wearables, boAt witnessed explosive growth. By 2020, the startup achieved unicorn status, attaining a valuation of over $1 billion.
Aman Gupta, as the co-founder and CMO, played a pivotal role in steering boAt’s success, contributing to its remarkable rise in the highly competitive consumer electronics market.”
· Co-founder and CMO of boAt, a consumer electronics brand.
· Founded in 2016, boAt specializes in earwear audio-tech and is valued at $1.32 billion (as of Dec 2022).
· Aman Gupta secured the title of the most active shark in Season 1, with 70 deals and an investment of INR 246 million.
· Current net worth: INR 700 Crores.
2.Shark Tank India: Amit Jain CEO and co-founder of CarDekho Group :
He embarked on a journey to revolutionize the automotive industry with CarDekho in 2008. The platform rapidly expanded, offering comprehensive solutions for buying, selling, and researching cars. The startup’s strategic acquisitions and focus on innovation led to substantial growth. By 2021, CarDekho Group achieved a valuation surpassing $1 billion, marking its status as a unicorn.
Amit Jain’s leadership played a crucial role in navigating CarDekho to this significant valuation milestone.
· Co-founder and CEO of CarDekho, a platform aiding users in buying the right cars.
· Founded in 2008, CarDekho is valued at $1.2 billion.
· Amit Jain’s current net worth: INR 2,980 Crores.
3.Shark Tank India: Anupam Mittal, founder and CEO of Shaadi.com:
Founded in 1996 by Anupam Mittal, Shaadi.com pioneered online matchmaking in India. The platform transformed the traditional approach to arranged marriages. With continuous innovation and a vast user base, Shaadi.com became a leading matrimonial service globally.
Over the years, strategic partnerships and expanding services contributed to its success. As of 2022, Shaadi.com’s valuation has soared, solidifying its position as a key player in the online matchmaking industry, with Anupam Mittal’s leadership instrumental in its growth.
· Founder of Shaadi.com, Makaan.com, Mauj mobile, and CEO of People Group.
· Shaadi.com, established in 1996, is the world’s largest matrimony platform.
· Anupam Mittal’s net worth: INR 185 Crores.
4.Shark Tank India: Vineeta Singh CEO and co-founder of Sugar Cosmetics :
Founded by Vineeta Singh in 2015, Sugar Cosmetics disrupted the Indian beauty industry with high-quality, cruelty-free products. Known for its vibrant aesthetics, the brand gained a massive following. Singh’s strategic brand positioning and innovative marketing contributed to Sugar’s success.
By 2021, Sugar Cosmetics achieved unicorn status, exceeding a valuation of $1 billion. Vineeta Singh’s leadership and commitment to accessible beauty products played a pivotal role in elevating Sugar Cosmetics to a prominent position in the beauty and cosmetics market.
· Co-founder and CEO of Sugar Cosmetics, a cruelty-free makeup brand.
· Sugar Cosmetics’ valuation: $100 million (as of 2021).
· Vineeta Singh’s net worth: INR 300 Crores.
5.Shark Tank India: Namita Thapar CEO of Emcure Pharmaceuticals:
She has steered the company’s growth since joining in 2016. Emcure, a global pharmaceutical player, focuses on research and development, manufacturing, and marketing of a diverse range of pharmaceutical products. Under Thapar’s leadership,
Emcure’s valuation has surged, establishing it as a significant player in the pharmaceutical industry.
Thapar’s strategic vision and commitment to innovation have propelled Emcure to new heights, reflecting in its robust market presence and valuation.
· Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, a multinational Indian pharmaceutical company.
· Namita Thapar’s net worth: INR 600 Crores.
6. Shark Tank India:Varun Dua of ACKO General Insurance:
Varun Dua co-founded ACKO General Insurance in 2016, aiming to revolutionize the insurance industry with a digital-first approach. As CEO, Dua led ACKO’s expansion, offering innovative and customer-centric insurance products. The startup quickly gained traction, attracting significant funding. By 2021, ACKO General Insurance achieved unicorn status, exceeding a valuation of $1 billion.
Varun Dua’s strategic leadership and emphasis on digital solutions played a key role in ACKO’s rapid growth and success in the competitive insurance sector.
7. Shark Tank India:Radhika Gupta of Edelweiss Mutual Fund:
As the Managing Director and CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, Radhika Gupta has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth. Under her leadership, Edelweiss Mutual Fund expanded its presence in the Indian financial market. The company’s innovative financial products and customer-centric approach contributed to its rising valuation.
By 2021, Edelweiss Mutual Fund solidified its position as a key player in the mutual fund industry, reflecting Radhika Gupta’s strategic vision and commitment to excellence.
8. Shark Tank India:Deepinder Goyal of Zomato :
Deepinder Goyal co-founded Zomato in 2008, transforming it from a restaurant discovery platform into a global food delivery and restaurant aggregator giant. Under Goyal’s leadership as the CEO, Zomato expanded its services across multiple countries, experiencing exponential growth. The company went public in 2021 with a successful IPO, showcasing a valuation that surpassed expectations.
Deepinder Goyal’s strategic acumen and commitment to innovation have been instrumental in Zomato’s journey to becoming a leading player in the food-tech industry.
· Co-founder and CEO of Zomato, an online food delivery and restaurant guide platform.
· Founded in 2008, Zomato is valued at $8.59 billion (as of 2021).
· Deepinder Goyal’s estimated net worth: INR 2,030 Crores.
9. Shark Tank India:Ritesh Agarwal of OYO :
He founded OYO in 2013, starting as a budget hotel aggregator in India. Under his leadership as CEO, OYO rapidly expanded globally, becoming one of the world’s largest hotel chains.
The startup attracted substantial funding, propelling its valuation to over $10 billion by 2019. Despite facing challenges, Ritesh Agarwal’s strategic vision and perseverance have solidified OYO as a major player in the hospitality industry, showcasing remarkable growth and valuation.
· Founder and CEO of OYO, a hotel booking platform.
· OYO’s valuation: $2.7 billion (as of 2022).
· Ritesh Agarwal’s net worth: INR 16,462 Crores.
10. Shark Tank India:Azhar Iqubal of Inshorts :
He co-founded Inshorts in 2013, aiming to provide concise and relevant news through a mobile app. As CEO, he led the company’s growth, attracting a large user base. Inshorts’ innovative approach to news delivery garnered attention, contributing to its rising valuation.
By 2021, the startup achieved unicorn status, surpassing a valuation of $1 billion. Azhar Iqubal’s commitment to delivering efficient news content has been pivotal in Inshorts’ success in the competitive media industry.
· CEO and co-founder of InShorts and Public App.
· InShorts, founded in 2013, is a news application providing condensed news articles.
· InShorts’ valuation: $550 million (as of 2021).
· Azhar Iqubal’s net worth: Slightly over INR 500 Crores.
11. Shark Tank India:Varun Dua, CEO of Acko General Insurance :
He founded Acko General Insurance in 2016, introducing a digital-first insurance model. As the CEO, he propelled Acko’s growth by providing innovative and customer-centric insurance solutions. The startup quickly gained prominence, securing substantial funding. By 2021, Acko General Insurance achieved unicorn status, surpassing a valuation of $1 billion.
Varun Dua’s strategic leadership and focus on digital disruption played a key role in establishing Acko as a major player in the competitive insurance sector.
12. Shark Tank India:Ronnie Screwvala, chairperson and co-founder of upGrad :
Ronnie Screwvala, the chairperson, and co-founder of upGrad, played a key role in establishing the online education platform in 2015. With a focus on career-oriented courses and upskilling, upGrad gained prominence in India’s edtech landscape.
Under Screwvala’s leadership, the startup received significant investments, leading to a valuation surpassing $1 billion. By 2021, upGrad solidified its position as a leading edtech platform, reflecting Screwvala’s commitment to quality education and digital learning solutions.
Don’t miss the exciting business pitches and strategic insights as entrepreneurs present their ideas to the sharks. Shark Tank India Season 3 airs on Sony TV from Monday to Friday at 10 PM, with streaming available on Sony Liv app. Get ready for a season filled with innovation, investment, and entrepreneurial brilliance!”