by Episode 15 of Shark Tank India Season 5 featured pitches from a handcrafted sneakers manufacturer, an AI-powered app for virtual clothing trials, and a company that makes decorative lights capable of turning buildings into digital displays. The episode aired on January 23, 2026, on the SET TV channel and was simultaneously streamed on the SonyLIV app.
Some of India’s most respected business tycoons (Anupam Mittal, Mohit Yadav, Aman Gupta, Kanika Tekriwal, and Kunal Bahl) formed the panel of sharks for this episode. To find out which brands among the three pitchers managed to crack a deal with the sharks, keep reading.
Panel of Sharks for Episode 15
- Kunal Bahl – Co-founder, Titan Capital & Snapdeal
- Anupam Mittal – Founder, Shaadi.com
- Aman Gupta – Co-founder & CMO, boAt
- Mohit Yadav – Co-founder, Minimalist
- Kanika Tekriwal – CEO & Founder, JetSetGo
Pitch 1: Gully Labs
- Brand Type: Handcrafted Sneakers Company
- Founders: Animesh Mishra and Arjun Singh
- Ask: ₹1 crore for 0.5% equity
Arjun and Animesh pitched their handcrafted sneaker brand, Gully Labs, starting their presentation with a dance performance featuring a blend of Bharatnatyam and hip-hop, with performers wearing their sneakers. The sharks loved the energy of both founders, and Aman Gupta revealed that he already knew them.
The founders shared samples of their sneakers, which impressed the sharks with their packaging. They also shared their brand story, and Aman Gupta mentioned he is a fan of their retail store near his Delhi office, praising its vibe. Animesh explained the concept behind their handcrafted shoes and what makes them unique, even showing their social media content to the sharks.
The shoes are priced between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000, and the founders claimed that both entry-level and premium shoes sell equally well. However, despite their strong branding, the company is currently facing losses. They projected a turnover of ₹100 crore by next year.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Anupam Mittal: ₹1 crore for 0.57% equity
- Aman Gupta: ₹1 crore for 0.57% equity
- Kanika Tekriwal: ₹1 crore for 0.57% equity
- Kunal Bahl: ₹1 crore for 0.57% equity
- Mohit Yadav: ₹1 crore for 1% equity
Final Deal:
- Aman Gupta – ₹1 crore for 0.57% equity
Pitch 2: Twin
- Brand Type: AI-Powered App for Virtual Clothing Trials
- Founder: Aseem Khanduja
- Ask: ₹60 lakhs for 1% equity
Innovator Aseem Khanduja pitched his AI-powered app Twin, which allows users to try out different clothes virtually by uploading their photos to the app. He even gave the sharks an on-stage demo, which Aman Gupta particularly enjoyed.
Aseem shared how he came up with the idea and revealed that future versions would include an AI-based personal stylist feature. The sharks appreciated the brand’s logo and the app’s innovation.
He revealed that Twin currently has 5,100 users acquired entirely through word of mouth and that they have partnerships with around 25 clothing brands in India.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Aman Gupta: ₹80 lakhs for 2% equity
- Anupam Mittal: ₹80 lakhs for 2% equity
- Kanika Tekriwal: ₹80 lakhs for 2% equity
Final Deal:
- Aman Gupta – ₹80 lakhs for 2% equity
Pitch 3: RCX Light
- Brand Type: Decorative Lighting Solutions for Buildings
- Founders: Prince Kumar, Ravi Chand Sharma, and Ravi Kumar
- Ask: ₹50 lakhs for 5% equity
The three founders of RCX Light presented their brand, which manufactures decorative lights for buildings that transform them into digital displays. They shared their backstories and equity split, which impressed Anupam Mittal.
They revealed that their company frequently wins government tenders to decorate public buildings during festivals. Responding to Mohit Yadav, they explained the hardware and software behind their lights and clarified that their business primarily operates on a rental model.
Their financials showed consistent growth, with revenues doubling year after year. Kanika Tekriwal advised them not to dilute their equity as their business seemed self-sustaining.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Aman Gupta: ₹10 lakhs for 5% equity + ₹40 lakhs in debt at 12% interest for 3 years
Final Deal:
- Aman Gupta – ₹10 lakhs for 5% equity + ₹40 lakhs in debt at 12% interest for 3 years
Episode Summary: In this episode, the ever-energetic shark Aman Gupta closed all three deals, investing in a handcrafted sneaker brand, an AI-powered clothing app, and a decorative lighting company. None of the other sharks managed to finalize a deal this time.
Next Episode Precap: In Episode 16 of Shark Tank India Season 5 (scheduled to air on January 26, 2026), some more exciting pitchers will be seen trying to impress the sharks to crack a deal.
Stay tuned for more updates on Shark Tank India Season 5. If you have any queries regarding Episode 15, feel free to drop a comment below.
