Shark Tank India 3 is set to make its grand return. This time, it’s bringing an even more formidable lineup of judges to the table. The format of the show offers entrepreneurs a chance to pitch their business ideas to a panel of venture capitalists, known as the Sharks. This season will be raising the stakes with the inclusion of six new Sharks alongside the six familiar faces.
In this season, viewers can expect a dynamic mix of business acumen, industry knowledge, and entrepreneurial expertise. This season promises to be even more captivating than before, with an expanded panel of 12 esteemed judges. This includes prominent figures from the business world.
Cast of Shark Tank India Season 3: 12 judges will lead the reality show
New Sharks:
- Radhika Gupta: The CEO of Edelweiss Mutual Fund, Radhika Gupta, brings her financial expertise to the Shark Tank.
- Ronnie Screwvala: A prominent figure in the Indian startup ecosystem, Ronnie has co-founded UpGrad, U Sports, and RSVP Movies. He’s known for making early-stage investments in promising startups.
- Ritesh Agarwal: He is the founder and CEO of OYO Rooms. Ritesh Agarwal disrupted the hospitality industry, making a name for himself as one of the world’s youngest self-made billionaires.
- Deepinder Goyal: Co-founder and CEO of Zomato, Deepinder Goyal transformed the food delivery and restaurant discovery landscape with his innovative platform.
- Azhar Iqubal: Co-founder and CEO of Inshorts, Azhar Iqubal created a concise news aggregation platform tailored for the digital age.
- Varun Dua: The CEO of Acko General Insurance. Varun Dua offers a unique perspective on the insurance industry, covering motor, health, and other insurance products.
Returning Sharks:
- Aman Gupta: Co-founder and CMO of boAt. Aman Gupta has been a part of the Shark Tank India panel since the first season. He has been offering insights into the consumer electronics industry.
- Amit Jain: CEO and Co-founder of CarDekho Group, Amit Jain continues to be a seasoned Shark. He provides his expertise in the automotive sector.
- Anupam Mittal: Founder and CEO of Shaadi.com. Anupam Mittal has played a vital role in the online matchmaking industry and remains a key figure on the judging panel.
- Namita Thapar: As the Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, Namita Thapar represents the pharmaceutical sector on the show.
- Vineeta Singh: Co-founder and CEO of SUGAR Cosmetics. Vineeta Singh offers her insights into the world of cosmetics and beauty products.
- Peyush Bansal: Founder and CEO of Lenskart.com. Peyush Bansal brings his expertise in eyewear and online retail to the Shark Tank India panel.
Will Ashneer Grover return to Shark Tank 3?
Ashneer Grover, a former judge of Shark Tank India 1, was popular for his witty comments. He did not return for the second season due to internal channel disputes. He has no plans for returning for the third season as well. However, he quickly took to social media to share his thoughts on the matter. He referred to the addition of new Sharks as an “audition” for Shark Tank 4. His popularity among the show’s audience remains undiminished, with many fans still hoping for his return to the judging panel.
Despite the debates surrounding the expansion of the judging panel, the third season of Shark Tank India promises to bring a new level of excitement and potential investments. The combination of the existing Sharks’ acumen and the fresh perspectives and expertise of the new members is expected to provide a platform for innovative ideas and entrepreneurial success stories.
Shark Tank India 3 is expected to premiere in January 2024, with Rahul Dua returning as the host. It will be live on Sony Liv. Shark Tank India is renowned for high-stakes negotiations and life-changing investments. Aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the next season to witness the magic.
