by Episode 14 of Shark Tank India Season 5 featured pitches from a modular construction company, a firm that makes testing cards for adulterated milk, and a startup providing healthcare services within 10 minutes. Aired on January 22, 2026, this episode was filled with interesting battles between the five sharks as they offered lucrative deals to the pitchers in hopes of cracking a deal.
Episode 14 of Shark Tank India Season 5 aired on the SET TV channel and simultaneously streamed on the SonyLIV app. Kanika Tekriwal, Aman Gupta, Anupam Mittal, Kunal Bahl, and Mohit Yadav were on the panel of sharks for this episode. To know which shark cracked a deal with which pitcher, read further.
Panel of Sharks for Episode 14
- 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: Uprear Build
- Brand Type: Premium Modular Construction Company
- Founder: Shrikant Shah
- Ask: ₹2 crore for 2.5% equity
Shrikant Shah, the founder from Surat, Gujarat, pitched his premium modular construction company named Uprear Build, which creates modular houses and other structures that can be assembled in as little as one hour. Shrikant even showcased a small modular house that his team had assembled outside the tank, leaving the sharks impressed with its quality.
According to Shrikant, his company has achieved revenue of around ₹30 crore over the last three years. He claimed that Uprear Build’s constructions have a lifespan of around 30 years. The company has major government contracts from Gujarat to build Anganwadi Centres.
Shrikant shared that the biggest challenges with his business are low public awareness and the capital-intensive nature of the operations. He discussed the unit economics, awareness plans, and fund-raising goals, seeking a total investment of ₹9 crore.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Anupam Mittal: ₹2 crore for 4% equity + 1% royalty until ₹4 crore is recouped
- Kunal Bahl: ₹1 crore for 2% equity + ₹1 crore in debt for 3 years at 10% interest
Final Deal:
- Kunal Bahl: ₹1 crore for 2% equity + ₹1 crore in debt for 3 years at 10% interest
Pitch 2: Paperpro
- Brand Type: Milk Adulteration Testing Card
- Founder: Dhruv Tomar
- Ask: ₹1 crore for 5% equity
An innovator from Muzaffarnagar, Dhruv Tomar, pitched his startup Paperpro, which has developed a patented Milk Adulteration Testing Card. He gave the sharks his testing cards and demonstrated how they work by testing milk samples live in the tank.
According to Dhruv, around 70% of milk in India is adulterated, making it unsafe for consumption as it may contain substances like detergent or toilet cleaner. The company also produces testing strips for B2B clients. Each testing card is priced at ₹40, which Aman Gupta felt was too expensive.
The patent for Paperpro’s testing cards was granted in 2024. The company’s tech lead, Parul, developed the technology. However, the sharks were concerned because Parul owns only 5% equity and earns ₹30,000 per month—raising the risk that she might leave and create a better product elsewhere.
Dhruv further explained the company’s revenue and unit economics. The cards are already used at around 400 milk collection centers in Mohali. Paperpro is also working on similar testing cards for cheese and honey. However, the sharks were concerned about another partner, Rajat, who holds 50% equity despite not being involved in the business currently.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Anupam Mittal: ₹1 crore for 22.5% equity (to be diluted from Rajat’s 50% share)
Final Deal:
- No deal was made.
Pitch 3: Cosmo Health
- Brand Type: Healthcare Services within 10 Minutes
- Founders: Dr. Shivansh Bhalla, Atul Jain, and Himanshu Mewara
- Ask: ₹1 crore for 4% equity
Atul, Shivansh, and Himanshu pitched their company Cosmo Health, which provides healthcare services within 10 minutes, operating 24/7. They currently serve over 7,000 families across multiple gated societies.
Shivansh shared his personal story, revealing that the business idea came after his father suffered a heart attack. Customers can send instant SOS alerts through their hotline or app. The trio even gave an on-stage demo of how the app functions.
They explained their business model, which runs on subscription plans ranging from ₹99 to ₹299, and offers a 2 to 3-month free trial to each society.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Anupam Mittal, Kunal Bahl, and Kanika Tekriwal: ₹1 crore for 9% equity (combined offer)
- Aman Gupta and Mohit Yadav: ₹1 crore for 10% equity (combined offer)
Final Deal:
- Anupam Mittal, Kunal Bahl, and Kanika Tekriwal: ₹1 crore for 9% equity (3-shark deal)
Episode Summary: Among the three pitchers in episode 14, Shrikant Shah successfully closed a strong deal with Kunal Bahl, involving partial debt repayment over three years. Dhruv Tomar, on the other hand, came across as a bit inexperienced, which cost him a deal with the sharks. The team from Cosmo Health secured the best deal of the episode, partnering with three sharks at once.
Next Episode Precap: In episode 15 of Shark Tank India Season 5, viewers will see pitches from a handcrafted sneakers brand, an AI-powered virtual try-on app for clothes, and a technology that can turn any building into a digital display.
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