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Clothing brand Banana Club raises Rs 12.25 Cr at Rs 245 Cr valuation

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Clothing brand Banana Club raises Rs 12.25 Cr at Rs 245 Cr valuation
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Clothing brand Banana Club has raised Rs 12.25 crore at a valuation of Rs 245 crore. The proceeds will be utilized for expansion and opening of its flagship store in HSR Layout, Bangalore, Banana Club said in a press release. Co-founded in 2011 by Neel Bafna, Banana Club is a premium men's fashion brand that offers high-street western wear, inspired by runway and global street styles, and operates on a direct-to-consumer (D2C) model, including its own stores and e-commerce presence. It aims to make stylish, high-quality men's fashion accessible and affordable across India through in-house manufacturing and trend forecasting. With in-house manufacturing capabilities, the brand states that it oversees every aspect from sourcing to stitching ensuring top-notch quality at every step. Its omnichannel approach, combining digital innovation with exclusive brand outlets, ensures a seamless and elevated shopping experience nationwide. The Bengaluru-based brand’s flagship store in HSR Layout spreads across 10,000 sq. ft. and four floors, this marks the brand’s 16th store, showcasing over 8,000 styles. Disclaimer: Bareback Media has recently raised funding from a group of investors. Some of the investors may directly or indirectly be involved in a competing business or might be associated with other companies we might write about. This shall, however, not influence our reporting or coverage in any manner whatsoever. You may find a list of our investors here.

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Ice cream brand Hocco raises Rs 115 Cr at Rs 2,000 Cr valuation

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Ice cream brand Hocco raises Rs 115 Cr at Rs 2,000 Cr valuation
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Ice cream brand Hocco raises Rs 115 Cr at Rs 2,000 Cr valuation Premium ice cream brand Hocco has raised Rs 115 crore (around $13 million) in a fresh funding round led by existing backer Sauce.vc, taking the company’s valuation to Rs 2,000 crore. The funding comes less than three months after the firm raised $10 million in its Series B round led by Chona Family Office and Sauce.vc. It had also raised $12 million in its Series A round from the same investors at a valuation of Rs 600 crore ($70 million) in June last year. The fresh proceeds will be used towards expanding manufacturing capacity, strengthening cold-chain and logistics, scaling new product innovation, and extending its footprint across India and select global markets. By summer 2026, Hocco plans to reach 3 lakh litres in daily production capacity, making it one of the largest and most advanced ice cream manufacturing setups in the country. Founded by the Chona family, Hocco offers products across retail stores, quick commerce platforms, and out-of-home touchpoints. Its product line includes various flavours, formats, and packs designed for everyday use and modern retail channels. Hocco has built traction among consumers across retail, quick commerce, and travel-linked outlets through its ingredients, flavours, and distribution models. Hocco recently said it closed FY25 with revenue of Rs 220 crore. However, it did not comment on its loss numbers. According to startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, the company reported revenue of Rs 32.38 crore in FY24 with a Rs 20.23 crore loss. Besides legacy players such as Amul, Vadilal, and Hindustan Unilever (HUL), Hocco competes with new-age ice cream brands such as Walko Foods’ NIC, Hangyo, Go Zero, NOTO Ice Cream, among others.

Spacewood raises Rs 300 Cr at Rs 1,200 Cr valuation

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Spacewood raises Rs 300 Cr at Rs 1,200 Cr valuation
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Spacewood raises Rs 300 Cr at Rs 1,200 Cr valuation Modular furniture maker Spacewood Furnishers has raised Rs 300 crore ($36 million) from A91 Partners at a valuation of Rs 1,200 crore ($135 million). The investment gives A91 Partners a minority stake and will support expansion, brand building, and operations. Spacewood plans to scale from 35 exclusive stores to 100 stores across India over the next few years. Founded by Kirit Joshi and Vivek Deshpande, Spacewood manufactures modular furniture for homes and offices. The company works through an omnichannel model with exclusive stores, a dealer network, and online platforms. The company runs a manufacturing facility of about 1 million sq. ft. with panel processing and sheet metal capabilities. Its dealer network covers over 500 partners across 150 towns and cities. In 2011, Nitin Sudame set up the office furniture division under Spacewood Office Solutions (SOS). SOS has supplied office furniture to over 1,000 corporates and developers. Spacewood targets group revenue of Rs 700 crore for FY26. It aims to grow 25–30% annually over the next five years with a focus on profitability. Its clients include Accenture, Capgemini, HDFC, Adani Group, and several educational institutions. Sumai Doors works with over 200 real estate developers, including Godrej Properties, DLF, Lodha, M3M, and Kolte Patil. Spacewood operates in the modular furniture market competing with brands such as Godrej Interio, IKEA, Homelane, Pepperfry, Wurfel, and Urban Ladder.

SkinInspired raises $1.5 Mn in seed round led by Unilever Ventures

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SkinInspired raises $1.5 Mn in seed round led by Unilever Ventures
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Skincare brand SkinInspired has raised Rs 12.25 crore (approximately $1.5 million) in its seed round led by Unilever Ventures. Dr Vaidya’s co-founder Arjun Vaidya also participated in the round. The proceeds will be allocated towards research and development initiatives, strategic marketing efforts, and strengthening the brand’s go-to-market strategy. Founded in 2022 by FMCG veteran Piyush Jain and dermatologist Dr. Prashant Agrawal, SkinInspired offers a curated range of assorted products based on skin types in four categories – face wash, face serum, sunscreen, and moisturizer. The brand has also introduced a refillable skincare line, featuring airless jars and pumps designed to preserve product efficacy and promote sustainability. According to market research, the skincare industry in India reached a size of $3 billion in 2023, with demand anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 14.6% over the forecast period.

Argos Watches raises Rs 6.5 Cr in Angel round

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Argos Watches raises Rs 6.5 Cr in Angel round
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Argos Watches raises Rs 6.5 Cr in Angel round Indian luxury watch brand Argos Watches has raised Rs 6.5 crore (around $780K) in an angel funding round, valuing the company at Rs 45 crore ($5.4 million) from a group of high-net-worth Indian investors. The proceeds will be used to create new products, build brand awareness, and grow online. Argos aims to double its revenue this year. Founded by Mr. M. Shahiwala, Argos brand offers high-quality, vintage-style automatic and hand-wound watches at affordable prices. It sells its watches only through its website, using a direct-to-consumer model to offer an easy buying experience. Its watches cost between Rs 8,000 and Rs 20,000. Its Apollo series and flagship Olympus watch, a mechanical watch with a power reserve indicator, have gained popularity among Indian watch enthusiasts. As of 2025, Argos remains bootstrapped, with an estimated revenue of around $580,000 annually. The brand plans to launch more models with advanced features while continuing to build its brand through community engagement and digital presence.

Beyond Snack raises $8.3 Mn in Series A round

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Beyond Snack raises $8.3 Mn in Series A round
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Kerala-based banana chips brand Beyond Snack has raised $8.3 million in its Series A funding round led by 12 Flags Group, a consumer business-focused fund established by Rakesh Kapoor, the former global CEO of Reckitt Benckiser. Existing investor NAB Ventures also participated in this round, increasing its stake in the company. Japanese VC firm Enrission India Capital and other existing investors, including Faad Network, also joined. Earlier in July 2023, the brand had raised $3.5 million in a pre-Series A round from the NABVENTURES Fund. The proceeds will be used to drive Beyond Snack’s expansion into new territories, add product innovation, and strengthen its supply chain infrastructure. Founded by Manas Madhu, Jyoti Rajguru, and Gautam Raghuraman, Beyond Snack is a plant-based savory snacks brand that produces its banana chips with no artificial colors or flavors. Beyond Snack claims to have expanded its global footprint. Currently available in 12 countries, the brand is exploring new international markets, where it has seen strong demand for its products.

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