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Chai Kings bags $3 Mn in Series A round

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Chai Kings bags $3 Mn in Series A round
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Snippets Chai Kings bags $3 Mn in Series A round Chennai-based chai retail chain Chai Kings has raised $3 million (Rs 24 crore) in its Series A funding round from A.V. Thomas and Co. (AVT). Chennai-based chai retail chain Chai Kings has raised $3 million (Rs 24 crore) in its Series A funding round from A.V. Thomas and Co. (AVT). Earlier in January 2020, the tea brand had raised $1 million in its seed round from Chennai Angels (TCA), Hyderabad Angels and TiE India Angels. As part of this round, The Chennai Angels (TCA) are making a partial exit with substantial returns. The proceeds will be used to accelerate its expansion plans, enhance its product offerings, and further strengthen its supply chain. It will also be used in customer engagement and operational efficiencies. Founded by Jahabar Sadique and Balaji Sadagopan, Chai Kings offers a premium and hygienic chai experience, serving a diverse range of tea blends with a focus on quality, sustainability, and customer delight. Since its inception in 2016, Chai Kings claims to have operated 57 stores across Chennai, Hyderabad, and Coimbatore. The brand is known for its quality tea offerings, sustainable packaging, and customer-centric approach. Chai Kings claims that it will close FY25 with a revenue of Rs 48 crore with a positive EBITDA. The firm has plans to double its revenue over the next two years while maintaining profitability.

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Exclusive: Chai Shots to raise $5 Mn from General Catalyst and InfoEdge

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Exclusive: Chai Shots to raise $5 Mn from General Catalyst and InfoEdge
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Exclusive: Chai Shots to raise $5 Mn from General Catalyst and InfoEdge Hyderabad-based microdrama over the top (OTT) platform Chai Shots is raising $5 million in its maiden funding round, two sources aware of the development told Entrackr. “General Catalyst along with Info Edge are in advanced stages of closing a new funding round in Chai Shots,” said a source requesting anonymity. “A few angel investors may also participate.” Chai Shots is a short-video streaming platform with episodes under two minutes, available in several Indian languages. The platform is created by the team behind Chai Bisket, a popular digital media and storytelling company. The Chai Bisket team has built a content ecosystem over nine years, covering reels, podcasts, films, and regional stories through platforms like First Show, Mutiny Talent, Studio Panchatantra, and Chai Shots. The Chai Shots platform is still being developed and is expected to launch soon. “The official launch and funding announcement might take a few weeks,” said another source. The person also mentioned that interest in this space is growing, and a few more startups are likely to raise funds soon. Earlier this week, Flick TV, a similar startup, raised $2.3 million in seed funding led by Stellaris Venture Partners, with participation from Gemba Capital and Titan Capital. Chai Shots will also face competition from Kuku FM’s Kuku TV, ShareChat’s QuickTV, Reel Saga, and Reelies. Queries sent to Chai Shots, General Catalyst, and Info Edge did not elicit a response until publication of the story.

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