The fifth season of Shark Tank India was bigger, bolder, and more business-focused than ever before. Airing from January to March 2026, the show featured 152 pitches, out of which 73 startups secured deals worth ₹94.88 crore—a massive milestone for India’s startup ecosystem.
Unlike earlier seasons, Season 5 emphasized profitability, scalability, and sustainable business models over hype-driven valuations.
Top & Best Deals of Shark Tank India Season 5
Here are some of the most talked-about and impactful deals from the season:
🚀 1. Rimigo – The Biggest Deal in Season 5 History
One of the most headline-grabbing moments came when Anupam Mittal made a ₹8 crore offer for 26% equity—reportedly one of the largest single deals ever on the show.
👉 Why it matters:
- Massive confidence in the startup
- Shows sharks are willing to go big for the right idea
- Marks maturity in India’s startup investment ecosystem
🎨 2. MeMeraki – Culture Meets Business
MeMeraki secured ₹1 crore for 4% equity from four sharks, valuing it at ₹25 crore.
👉 Why it stood out:
- Blends traditional Indian art with modern technology
- Strong storytelling + scalable model
- Multiple sharks investing = high confidence
👟 3. Croffle – A Delicious Twist Deal
Croffle turned heads with its unique croissant-waffle concept.
- Deal: ₹2.5 crore for 5% equity
👉 Why it worked:
- Strong branding and product differentiation
- High margin food business
- Clear expansion plan
🧸 4. EMoMee – Smart Toys for Kids
EMoMee landed a ₹2 crore deal for 4% equity.
👉 Why sharks invested:
- Combines education + emotional development
- High demand in parenting market
- Strong product-market fit
👕 5. Bonkers Corner – From Struggle to ₹300 Cr Brand
Bonkers Corner impressed sharks with its inspiring journey and strong Gen-Z appeal.
👉 Highlights:
- Grew from bankruptcy to ₹300 crore valuation
- Secured investment from Namita Thapar
👉 Why it stood out:
- Powerful founder story
- Strong brand recall among youth
- Proven traction
🧠 6. Vryse – AI Startup with Bold Valuation
Vryse secured funding despite a valuation cut.
- Deal: ₹40 lakhs for 10% equity
👉 Key takeaway:
- Sharks prioritized realistic valuation over hype
- AI continues to attract investor attention
🤝 7. The “No Deal but Opportunity” Moment
In a rare twist, instead of investing, a shark offered a job to the founder of PeerX, showing that value isn’t always monetary.
👉 Why it’s unique:
- Talent recognition beyond funding
- New dimension of opportunities on the show
✈️ 8. Capture A Trip – Travel Startup Growth
- Brand: Capture A Trip
- Deal: ₹75 lakhs for 5% equity
👉 What they do: Travel experiences and curated trips.
👉 Key highlight:
- Rising demand for curated travel
- Strong traction among young travelers
💇 9. Truth & Hair – Haircare Brand
- Brand: Truth & Hair
- Deal: ₹2.5 crore for 25% equity
👉 What they do: Curly hair care products.
👉 Why sharks invested:
- Niche but growing segment
- Strong brand identity
🧘 9. Japam – Spiritual Wearables
- Brand: Japam
- Deal: ₹1.5 crore for 1% equity + royalty
👉 What they do: Tech-enabled spiritual products.
👉 Why unique:
- Blend of spirituality + tech
- Innovative deal structure (royalty model)
💳 11. SaveSage – Smart Finance Platform
- Brand: SaveSage
👉 What they do: AI tool to maximize credit card rewards
👉 Why it gained attention:
- Helped users achieve free flights, hotels, and savings
- Unique real-life value proposition
Gully Labs: Secured a ₹1 crore deal from Aman Gupta after a competitive bid for their footwear brand.
📊 Season 5 Investment Highlights
- 💸 Total Investment: ₹94.88 crore
- 🏢 Startups Funded: 73 out of 152
- 🏆 Top Investor: Aman Gupta (₹24.6 crore across 23 deals)
- 📈 Focus: Profitability, scalability, and structured deals
📈 Key Trends from the Best Deals
Season 5 revealed major shifts in investor mindset:
✅ 1. Profit Over Hype
Sharks preferred revenue-generating businesses instead of just ideas.
✅ 2. Strategic Deals
More deals included:
- Royalty clauses
- Equity adjustments
- Long-term partnerships
✅ 3. Diverse Industries
From AI and fashion to food and culture-tech, investments covered a wide range.
📝 Final Thoughts
Shark Tank India Season 5 wasn’t just about big cheques—it was about smart investing. The best deals showed that today’s investors care about:
- Sustainable growth
- Real business fundamentals
- Founder capability
If earlier seasons were about dreams, Season 5 was about building real, scalable businesses.
