Namita Thapar, one of the seven sharks on Shark Tank India, is a prominent and influential businesswoman in India. She is the Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited..

Besides her educational initiatives, Namita Thapar is passionate about encouraging budding entrepreneurs by investing in their startups. Here is a comprehensive overview of the investments made by Namita Thapar, highlighting her contributions on Shark Tank India and her impact on Shark Tank India fashion and Shark Tank India clothing startups.

1. Brandsdaddy

Founded in 2013, Brandsdaddy is a manufacturer of fire extinguisher balls in India. The Brandsdaddy AFE Fire Extinguishing Ball activates within 3–10 seconds when thrown into a fire, effectively dispersing extinguishing chemicals. Namita Thapar invested INR 35 lakhs for 5% equity and provided an additional INR 35 lakhs in debt at a 12% interest rate.

2. Girgit

Girgit is a unique clothing brand that sells color-changing clothes, shoes, watch straps, and more. The products change color when exposed to different temperatures, such as shoes that change color when exposed to sunlight. Namita Thapar invested INR 20 lakhs for 20% equity in this innovative fashion startup.

3. STAGE

STAGE is an Indian-language content platform (OTT) founded in 2019. This Indore-based startup offers a platform for artists to create local standup content for a local audience in their native languages, including poetry, comedy, and storytelling. On Shark Tank India Season 2, STAGE secured INR 1.5 crore for 0.6% equity and INR 1.5 crore in debt at 18% interest from Namita Thapar, Aman Gupta, and Peyush Bansal. Namita’s contribution was INR 50 lakhs for 0.2% equity and INR 50 lakhs in debt at 18% interest.

4. JhaJi Store

JhaJi Store is an online platform selling homemade achar (pickles) rooted in Mithilanchal, Bihar. Using natural ingredients sourced from small-scale farmers and traders, the startup offers a variety of pickles and chutneys free from artificial colors, preservatives, and additives. In January 2023, JhaJi Store raised an Angel round worth INR 13 crores from Namita Thapar and four other investors, including Vineeta Singh.

5. Bummer

Bummer is a startup offering comfortable underwear for men and women, focusing on providing the softest fabric possible. It was the first startup Namita Thapar invested in during Shark Tank India Season 1. The quality and designs of Bummer's products attracted Namita to invest INR 37.5 lakhs for 3.75% equity. CLICK HERE FOR BEST INDIAN MERCHANDISE!

6. Skippi Ice Pops

Skippi Ice Pops delivers 100% natural ice pops with all-natural colors, preservatives, and sweeteners. As India's first ice popsicle brand, owned by Kabra Global Products Pvt Ltd., Skippi Ice Pops achieved the distinction of securing investment from all the sharks on Shark Tank India. Namita Thapar invested INR 20 lakhs for 3% equity in Skippi Pops.

Conclusion

Namita Thapar's investments on Shark Tank India reflect her commitment to supporting diverse and innovative startups, including those in the realms of Shark Tank India fashion and Shark Tank India clothing. Her contributions not only provide financial backing but also inspire and encourage entrepreneurs to achieve their business goals.

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~Mimansa Sharma