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Ashneer Grover, known for his blunt opinions on Shark Tank India, inspired memes and viral moments. In season four, Ravinder and Jaspreet pitched their skateboard brand. Despite praise, no deal was made.
Namita Thapar is a judge on Shark Tank India 4.
Ashneer Grover became a household name after his stint as a ‘shark’ on the first season of Shark Tank India. Known for his blunt opinions and sharp business insights, he quickly gained popularity, inspiring countless memes and viral moments on social media. His catchphrases and straightforward comments turned him into a pop culture figure, with fans often referencing him in online discussions about the show. While he has since moved on, his presence still lingers in the minds of viewers and even the judges.
Recently, in the fourth season of Shark Tank India, a team of entrepreneurs pitching their skateboard brand sparked a moment of déjà vu. Ravinder and Jaspreet sought Rs 50 lakh for a 2 percent stake in their company, valuing it at Rs 25 crore. As their demonstration began, Anupam Mittal was visibly surprised, reacting to the skateboard tricks with excitement. However, what caught even more attention was the familiarity of Ravinder’s face.
Anupam couldn’t help but ask if Ravinder had been on the show before, as he bore a striking resemblance to a former ‘shark’. Namita Thapar echoed the sentiment, saying she had the same thought. Though they didn’t explicitly mention Ashneer Grover, the comparison was evident. Ravinder and Jaspreet admitted they had heard this before, while Namita added, “Aapki personality bilkul alag hai,” complimenting his attitude.
The duo shared that they manufacture skateboards in China for global brands but aim to build their own in India. Seeing huge potential in the growing skateboarding culture, they believe their competitively priced brand could tap into a Rs 50 crore market.
Anupam Mittal was surprised to learn the founders were making Rs 15-20 crore from their factory in China. He questioned why they were so keen on a smaller market. Namita Thapar called their energy “infectious” but stepped away from the deal. Viraj Bahl advised them to hold off on investors and treat the business as a “passion project.”
Anupam called them “authentic” and offered Rs 50 lakh for 5% equity with a royalty. Aman made the same offer. The founders refused the royalty, so no deal happened.
