A Closer Look at Aman Gupta's Investments in Shark Tank Season 3

A lot of startups were featured in Shark Tank Season 3. Many of these brands managed to secure deals and funding investments from the Sharks. Speaking of Aman Gupta, co-founder of boAt, an entrepreneur who made remarkable investments during Shark Tank Season 3. Here's a list of brands where Aman Gupta sealed the deal. Keep scrolling to learn more about these deals.

1. The Cinnamon Kitchen:

In 2018, Priyasha Saluja started a small kitchen brand through Instagram, offering services such as recipes and healthy tips. Then, in 2019, she established a small manufacturing and distribution unit that provides healthy organic food products. In the second episode of Shark Tank Season 3, Aman Gupta sealed the deal for this brand. The investment raised was INR 60 lakhs for a valuation of 12 Crores.

2. Intervue.io:

Intervue.io, co-founded by Rahul Arora, is a startup launched in 2019 that uses AI and technology to simplify the job interview process for businesses and job seekers. The investment raised was INR 1.5 Crores with a total valuation of INR 75 Crores, and the deal was signed by Aman Gupta in the second episode. 

3. Blix:

In episode 3 of Shark Tank, a brand called Blix, founded by Abbas Gabajiwala, a third-generation toy maker, was featured. The brand specializes in toy products designed to promote learning and education. The deal was initiated by Aman Gupta, with the participation of Ritesh Agarwal, who each invested 50%. The investment raised was INR 80 Lakhs with a total valuation of INR 20 Crores.

4. AI Kavach:

Pratyusha Vemuri, Founder and CEO of AI Kavach, an AI-based digital security app designed to protect users from cyber threats. In episode 5, the deal was sealed by the Sharks Aman Gupta and Peyush Bansal, each investing 50%. The investment raised was INR 1 Crore with a total valuation of INR 40 Crores.

5. Tramboo Sports:

In episode 7 of Shark Tank, a sports brand named Tramboo Sports presented their pitch. The two young aspiring entrepreneurs from Kashmir, Saad and Hamad Tramboo of Tramboo Sports, own a brand that manufactures cricket bats and other sports equipment. The funding acquired was INR 30 Lakhs and was led by Aman Gupta and Peyush Bansal, who each invested 50%, with a total valuation of INR 7.5 Crores.

6. Vecros:

The Delhi-based robotics company, 'Vecros,' was founded by Besta Prem Sai and Rajeshree Rajesh Deotalu in 2016. They presented their pitch in the 10th episode of Shark Tank, securing INR 20 Lakhs in equity and INR 80 Lakhs in debt, with a total valuation of INR 20 Crores. The deal was funded by Aman Gupta.

7. Gud Gum:

In episode 7 of Shark Tank, we encountered a brand named Gud Gum, offering natural chewing gum that is sugar-free, plastic-free, and biodegradable. Aman Gupta, Vineeta Singh, Anupam Mittal, and Ritesh Agarwal expressed interest in the brand and invested INR 80 Lakhs, resulting in a total valuation of INR 8 Crores.

8. Eva Scalp Cooling System:

In episode 11, the founder of Stemtech Medical Devices, Raghuveer Surupa, introduced the Eva Scalp Cooling System, a device of cold caps with a vision to help patients experiencing hair loss due to chemotherapy. Aman Gupta, Namita Thapar, and Ritesh Agarwal invested INR 30 Lakhs for a total valuation of INR 16.67 Crores.

9. Koparo:

In episode 12, Simran Khara initiated the deal in which Aman Gupta and Vineeta Singh each invested 50%. The investment totaled INR 70 lakhs, based on a total valuation of INR 70 crores, into Kaparo, a brand that provides natural home and hygiene products.

10. Jewel Box.co:

In the 13th episode, the Kolkata-based jewellery brand initiated a pitch, initially asking for Rs 1 crore for two percent equity. However, the deal was closed at INR 2 crores for a 6% stake, resulting in a total valuation of INR 33.33 crores, with all the sharks participating: Aman Gupta, Radhika Gupta, Ritesh Agarwal, Peyush Bansal, and Vineeta Singh.

11. WALK(Lifespark Technologies):

Lifespark Technologies is a healthcare brand that provides devices which offer solutions for care in chronic neurological conditions. In the 14th episode, the founder, Amey Desai, initiated a pitch for WALK, a wearable assistive device for mobility and gait. The deal was closed by Aman Gupta and Anupam Mittal, each investing 50% or INR 50 Lakhs, resulting in a total valuation of INR 21.74 Crores.

12. Nasher Miles:

In episode 15, Nasher Miles, a travel luggage brand, sealed a deal with Aman Gupta, Anupam Mittal, Namita Thapar, Vineeta Singh, and Ritesh Agarwal. The investment value was INR 3 crores, based on a total valuation of INR 200 crores.

13. Vold Energy Drink:

Devesh Bochre, the founder of Vold Energy Drink established in 2023, offers homegrown energy drinks. Aman Gupta was the investor in this deal, which was featured in episode 17. The investment raised was INR 10 lakhs at a valuation of INR 1 crore.

14. Hyperlab:

In episode 18, Hyperlab seals a deal led by Aman Gupta. Hyperlab is a sports-tech startup founded by Hitarth Parikh, a young entrepreneur. The investment raised was Rs 25 lakh in exchange for one percent equity, resulting in a total valuation of INR 25 crores.

15. Yes Madam:

Yes Madam, a platform to book beauty and spa services at home, was founded by Mayank Arya. The brand secured funding of INR 1.5 crore in episode 19 at a total valuation of INR 75 crores. This deal was led by Aman Gupta, Peyush Bansal, Ritesh Agarwal, and Vineeta Singh.

16. Matri:

In episode 23, Matri, a period pain relief device, earned the title of a modern version of Padman or Padman 2.0. It was founded by Roni Mondal and Rohan Roy. The company secured funding of INR 60 lakhs at a total valuation of INR 15 Crores. The deal was led by Namita Thapar and Aman Gupta.

17. Flyrobe:

In the 28th episode, three IIT Bombay alumni locked in a deal led by Aman Gupta. Flyrobe is a fashion rental company founded by Shreya Mishra, Pranay Surana, and Tushar Saxena. They initiated a pitch and received funding totaling INR 50 Lakhs at a valuation of INR 12.5 Crores.

18. WiseLife:

WiseLife, founded by Prateek Kedia, is a Yoga and Wellness brand. In episode 29, WiseLife secured a deal from Aman Gupta, Namita Thapar, Anupam Mittal, and Ritesh Agarwal. The total investment raised was INR 1.2 Crores at a valuation of INR 30 Crores.

19. Avataar Skincare:

In episode 30, Saumya Misra, founder of Avataar Skincare, introduced a service that elevates the beauty routine with curated Laser Skin treatments for women. The investment, totaling INR 35 Lakhs in Equity and INR 35 Lakhs in Debt, was made at a total valuation of INR 70 Crores. The company acquired funding from Aman Gupta and Anupam Mittal.

20. Fomo Brews:

Avik Chaudhery and Gaurang Gadia founded a guilt-free drink, Fomo Brews. In episode 31, the brand secured a deal of Rs 35 lakh with Aman Gupta and Anupam Mittal at a total valuation of INR 1.4 Crore, representing 4% equity.

21. The Shell Hair:

Shelly Bulchandani, founder of The Shell Hair, introduced her brand in episode 32. The brand offers Human Clip-in Hair Extensions. It secured Rs 30 lakh at a Rs 10 crore valuation, led by Aman Gupta.

22. Niblerzz:

The candy brand, which provides real fruit-based products, was founded by Aashnee Gajaria and Sandhya Seshadri. In episode 34, the brand secured the deal at 10 Lakhs for 5% equity with 40 Lakhs in debt at 10% interest for 2 years. The deal was led by Aman Gupta.

23. Littlebox India:

In episode 35, Partha Kakati and Rimjim Deka secured the deal for their brand, Littlebox India, which is a shoe and clothing brand for women. They received 75 lakhs for just 1% equity. The brand was funded by all five sharks, including Aman Gupta.

24. Deeva:

Deeva, the silk saree brand founded by Ankush Barjata, a young entrepreneur from the small village of Bangana in Himachal Pradesh, secured a deal in episode 36. The investment raised was Rs 75 lakh for 6 percent equity, along with a debt of Rs 1.25 crore for 3 years at 10 percent interest. Aman Gupta, Radhika Gupta, and Ritesh Agarwal were part of this deal.