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Actor Suniel Shetty is the face of mobility platform Hype Luxury
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
Suniel Shetty has been named the brand ambassador of luxury mobility platform, Hype Luxury. The Bengaluru-based platform offers experiences in luxury cars, yachts, and private jet rentals, and has a presence in 23 cities in India and several other countries. With a fleet of over 30,000 luxury cars, 20,000 private jets, and 1,800 luxury yachts, Hype Luxury aims to cater to the demands of high net-worth individuals and ultra-high net-worth individuals. The collaboration with Shetty is seen as a strategic move to boost the global presence of the platform.
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Boosting Outreach: Food Delivery Platform WAAYU Joins ONDC In Zero-Commission Model Push
Inc42
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10m ago
Medial
No-commission food delivery platform WAAYU, backed by Suniel Shetty, has joined the government-supported Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC). Founded in 2020, WAAYU provides affordable food delivery services to consumers and restaurants using AI technology. ONDC has been expanding its collaborations with various sectors, including fintech, banking, mobility, and hyperlocal delivery.
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Neha Dhupia Backs D2C Dinnerware Brand BlackCarrot
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Bollywood actor Neha Dhupia has acquired an equity stake in D2C dinnerware brand BlackCarrot. She has also been appointed as a brand ambassador for the startup. The father-son duo founders of BlackCarrot, Yadupati and Vishal Gupta, offer a range of health-conscious dinnerware products. The startup claims to have over 71 products currently and is yet to receive external funding. Dhupia's investment in BlackCarrot follows a trend of Bollywood actors investing in Indian startups, joining the likes of Ranveer Singh, Suniel Shetty, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, and Sanjay Dutt.
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Actor Suniel Shetty invests in re-engineered tyre start-up Regrip
OutlookIndia
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2y ago
Medial
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty has made an investment in Regrip, a startup focused on re-engineering tyres. The company aims to provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions for tyre retreading and regrooving. Shetty's investment will support Regrip's expansion plans and help promote environmentally friendly practices in the tyre industry. The startup aims to reduce the environmental impact of tyre waste and improve road safety.
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Exclusive: D2C Brand Metaman Bags Additional Funding From KL Rahul To Launch Perfume Range
Inc42
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11m ago
Medial
Rahul will become the brand ambassador of Metaman, a company specializing in lifestyle products. The funding received will be used for various purposes such as launching and marketing fragrance products, expanding apparel offerings, entering new lifestyle product segments, and opening more retail stores. Metaman, established in 2022, already sells chains, bracelets, pendants, and apparel for men. Notable backers of the company include actor Suniel Shetty and Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath.
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Luxury and hype platform Culture Circle raises pre-seed funding
Inshorts
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1y ago
Medial
Culture Circle, a luxury and hype platform, has raised an undisclosed amount in a pre-seed funding round from IIMA Ventures, formerly known as IIMA-CIIE. Culture Circle is a hype and luxury app offering a collection of sneakers, streetwear, and luxury fashion from brands like Nike Air Jordans, Yeezys, Essentials, Drew House, Supreme, etc.
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Leanworx, Proxgy secure early-stage funding to fuel expansion
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7m ago
Medial
Real-time data monitoring startup Leanworx has raised INR 8.3 crore in seed funding, led by YourNest Venture Capital, to scale marketing efforts in India and Southeast Asia and advance product development. Proxgy, a company specializing in IoT solutions, has secured funding in its ongoing Series A round. The funds will be used to scale operations, expand product offerings, and strengthen its presence overseas. Investors in Proxgy include Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath, and Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty.
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Refurbished Tyre Startup REGRIP Nets Funding From SiriusOne
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Reengineered tyre startup REGRIP has raised $2 million in a funding round co-led by SiriusOne Capital, Inflection Point Ventures, and LetsVenture. The company uses quality-grade rubber to make refurbished tyres at half the price of new ones, which are then utilized by small and medium trucking companies. The funding will be used for technology innovation and expanding their collection network for discarded tyres. REGRIP aims to reduce waste and maximize the lifespan of tyres to make a positive impact on the environment. Other participants in the funding round included actor Suniel Shetty and angel investors such as Rikant Pitti and Mahavir Pratap Sharma.
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India Is building for the world: Suniel Shetty at Vibrant Buildcon
Inshorts
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3m ago
Medial
At Vibrant Buildcon, Suniel Shetty praised India's global rise in manufacturing and trade. “India isn’t just building for itself anymore. We’re building for the world,” he said, applauding small-town entrepreneurs and their role in showcasing India’s capabilities. The event drew delegates from over 60 countries, highlighting India’s potential as a global partner in infrastructure and innovation.
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Sunil Shetty-backed Regrip raises $2 Mn in new round
Entrackr
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1y ago
Medial
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty and IT ministry-backed startup Regrip has raised $2 million about Rs 16.7 crore, in a funding round co-led by Qatar-based venture capital Sirious One, Inflection Point Ventures, and Let’s Venture. The round also saw participation from a host of angel investors, including EaseMyTrip’s co-founder Rikant Pitti, TIE Angels chairman Mahavir Pratap Sharma and Shobitam’s co-founder Aparna Thyagarajan among others Regrip has also provided exit to seed investor IIMA Ventures. The proceeds will be used to fuel the expansion of this innovative technology deployment with tyre companies and further enhance Regrip’s collection network for discarded tyres. It plans to ramp up its impact on the environment by revitalizing discarded tyres, reducing waste, and maximizing their lifespan. Founded by Tushar Suhalka, Regrip is building a network of discarded tyre collection centres. The startup uses quality-grade rubber to make refurbished tyres through shearing and retreading processes.
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Lights, Camera, Capital: Meet the TV & movie celebs who made waves in startup ecosystem in 2023
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
In 2023, Bollywood celebrities actively participated in the Indian startup ecosystem. Inc42's data reveals that over 20 celebrities from the entertainment industry have backed 27 startups so far this year. Notable names include Akshay Kumar, Alia Bhatt, Deepika Padukone, Kareena Kapoor, and Suniel Shetty. These celebrities have taken on the roles of investors and startup founders, making strategic investments in various sectors such as agritech, baby and mother care, coffee roasters, B2B marketplace, ayurvedic products, and more. Their investments have contributed to the growth and dynamism of the Indian startup landscape.
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