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Fur Jaden raises Rs 9.5 Cr in pre Series A from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund
Entrackr
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4m ago
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Snippets Fur Jaden raises Rs 9.5 Cr in pre Series A from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund Lifestyle luggage brand Fur Jaden has picked up Rs 9.5 crore (about $1.1 million) in pre-Series A funding round led by Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund (GCCF). The proceeds will be used to accelerate growth by building high-calibre professional teams, amplifying brand presence, expanding product categories, and scaling omnichannel retail reach, Fur Jaden said in a press release. Co-founded in 2015 by Sahil Rajesh Bansal and Karishma Bansal, Fur Jaden is an innovative Indian fashion and lifestyle accessory brand committed to redefining the perception of backpacks and luggage. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and design, the brand offers a diverse range of products that cater to the evolving needs of modern consumers, positioning itself as more than just a product manufacturer, but a lifestyle partner. Since its inception, Fur Jaden claims that it has built a devoted consumer base, delighting over 1 million customers with its curated product portfolio. This spans multiple categories, including luggage, travel duffles, backpacks, and crossbody bags. With a firm commitment to sustainability, 50% of the brandโs product line features an eco-friendly range, incorporating cruelty-free vegan leather and recycled canvas. According to market research, the Indian luggage, bags, and backpack market was estimated at Rs 20,400 crore in 2024 and is projected to reach Rs 29,900 crore by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 8% from 2025 to 2030. Over the next 16โ18 months, the brand aims to achieve an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of Rs 100 crore in net revenue. Simultaneously, over the next five years, the brand is focused on cementing its position as a leading home-grown lifestyle luggage brand with a robust pan-India presence.
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Fur Jaden Secures โน9.5 Crore to Expand Luggage Brand, Eyes โน100 Crore Revenue
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4m ago
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Fur Jaden, an Indian luggage brand focused on eco-friendly materials, secured โน9.5 crore in Pre-Series A funding from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund. The funds will support hiring, product expansion, and retail growth to bolster its position in the Indian market. With a customer base exceeding one million and ambitions for โน100 crore in annual revenue within 16โ18 months, Fur Jaden aims to enhance customer experiences and establish itself as a leading innovative luggage brand.
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Infibeam acquires Rediff; Bebe Burp raises pre-Series A funding
VCCircle
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1y ago
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Infibeam Avenues, a payments infrastructure and SaaS company, has acquired a 54.10% stake in online information portal Rediff for Rs 25 crore. Rediff, valued at Rs 46.2 crore, has been experiencing declining turnover in recent years. In addition to the acquisition, Infibeam will provide Rediff with a loan of Rs 25 crore. Meanwhile, Baby food brand Bebe Burp has raised Rs 8 crore in pre-Series A funding from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund. The funds will be used for growth, operations, product development, and team building for production. Bebe Burp plans to expand into regions with higher market potential and strong competition.
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Juice Startup The Fresh Press Nets Funding From Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund For Expansion
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Cold-pressed juice startup The Fresh Press has raised an undisclosed amount of funding in its pre-Series A round from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund (GCCF). The Mumbai-based startup plans to expand into Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Chennai, as well as target key regions like Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Delhi. The funding will also allow the startup to participate in Gruhas Gusto, a six-month accelerator program for early-stage foodtech startups. The Fresh Press offers four fruit juices and aims to establish 1,000 quick-service restaurants across India. The investment adds to GCCF's portfolio, which aims to support health-conscious consumer brands.
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Bebe Burp raises Rs 8 Cr led by Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund
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1y ago
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Baby food brand Bebe Burp has secured Rs 8 crore (nearly $1 million) in a pre Series A funding round led by venture capital firm Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund (GCCF). This fund was launched by Gruhas in collaboration with Collective Artists Network earlier this year. The Surat-based company had earlier raised $419K from LetsVenture and others back in 2022. The proceeds will be channeled towards market growth, advanced product development, marketing campaigns, hiring, talent acquisition, innovation & R&D, Bebe Burp said in a press release. Co-founded in 2018 by Shruti Tibrewal, Bharat Tibrewal, and Chirag Gupta, Bebe Burp weeds out the challenges of harmful chemicals and preservatives. It aims to introduce nutritious alternatives that provide easy, healthy solutions for kids, making healthy eating. The company prepares instant mixes, cookies, and snacks like multi-flavoured porridge mixes, 100% millet puffs, ragi cookies, organic jaggery powder, and more. According to market research, the Indian baby food market will reach around $109 billion by the end of 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.1%. Bebe Burp plans to make foray into international markets such as the Middle East, Europe, and Southeast Asia and intends to establish a presence in over one lakh retail stores across India. The brand claims to have served more than 1,50,000 customers since inception. Bebe Burp may directly or indirectly compete with the other startups like The Moms Co, Babease Foods, Else Nutrition, Baby Destination, Little Charlie amongst others.
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Gruhas Collective Fund has Rs 150 crore for consumer startups
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Gruhas Collective Fund, a Mumbai-based early-stage venture capital firm, has raised INR 150 crore ($21 million) to invest in consumer startups in India. The fund aims to support startups across sectors, including FMCG, consumer tech, health and wellness, and home improvement. Gruhas Collective Fund plans to invest in 12-15 startups with ticket sizes ranging from INR 3-5 crore ($420,000-$700,000). The firm has already invested in startups like Bulbul, a video shopping app, and Zappfresh, an online meat brand.
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D2C apparel startup Bummer raises Rs 9.25 crore led by Nikhil Kamath's Gruhas Collective
IndianStartupNews
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1y ago
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Indian D2C innerwear startup Bummer has raised INR 9.25 crore ($1.1 million) in a pre-Series A1 funding round led by Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund, co-founded by Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath. The funds will be used to expand the brand's omnichannel presence, with a focus on targeting Tier-II, III, and IV cities in India. Bummer, known for its sustainable and innovative approach to innerwear, plans to launch its products in other Asian markets within the next two years. The investment reflects the growing D2C market in India, which is expected to reach $100 billion by 2025.
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Nexus Venture, Gruhas invest early-stage funds in two startups
VCCircle
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1y ago
Medial
Specialty coffee chain abCoffee and innerwear brand Bummer have secured early-stage funding from Nexus Venture Partners and Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund, respectively. abCoffee raised $3.4 million in a Series A funding round, which will be used to enhance its supply chain and technology. Bummer raised $1.1 million in a pre-Series A funding round, which will aid its expansion into tier II and III cities and hiring talent. AbCoffee offers affordable brewed coffees sourced from Chikkamagaluru farms, while Bummer specializes in eco-conscious innerwear made from micromodal fiber.
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Brigade Group partners with Nikhil Kamath's Gruhas to launch new VC fund
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4m ago
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Brigade Group has partnered with Nikhil Kamath's Gruhas to launch the Earth Fund, a real estate-focused investment fund targeting Indian proptech and sustainability-driven startups. This Category II alternative investment fund aims for a Rs 200 crore corpus with a Rs 100 crore greenshoe option, focusing on 10-15 pre-Series A and Series A-stage startups. Investment areas include property technology, construction tech, and sustainability sectors like climate tech and clean energy. The fund is backed by Brigade Group and Gruhas.
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Juice shop chain The Fresh Press raises funds from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Cold-pressed juice maker The Fresh Press has secured an undisclosed amount of equity funding from Gruhas Collective Consumer Fund (GCCF), backed by Nikhil Kamath. The Fresh Press, founded in 2018, operates approximately 40 outlets in nine cities across India. The funding will be used to expand the number of stores to 150, primarily through shop-in-shop setups. The company aims to increase revenue from Rs 3.5 crore in FY23 to Rs 15 crore in FY25. The Fresh Press has reported a store-level EBITDA margin of 15% and offers a range of fruit juices, milkshakes, and smoothies.
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Zerodha cofounder Nikhil Kamath invests in Collective Artists Network
Economic Times
ยท
1y ago
Medial
Nikhil Kamath, the co-founder of Zerodha, has made an investment in talent management agency Collective Artists Network (CAN). The investment, which is a secondary transaction, provides a return of over 5 times for Glance, a subsidiary of InMobi, which had previously invested in Collective. The financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Collective Artists Network offers a range of solutions including talent management, influencer marketing, and consulting. Earlier in 2024, CAN collaborated with Kamath's investment vehicle Gruhas to launch a consumer fund aimed at supporting consumer-focused enterprises.
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