by Episode 8 of Shark Tank India Season 5 featured pitches from a fat-free, high-protein peanut butter brand, a brand that sells products for hair makeup, and a fascinating pitch from a doctor who has developed a device that can help cure paralysis. Aired on January 14, 2026, the episode was telecast on Sony Entertainment Television and simultaneously streamed on the SonyLIV app.
Some of India’s most brilliant business minds—Kunal Bahl, Viraj Bahl, Namita Thapar, Vineeta Singh, and Varun Alagh—were seen on the panel of sharks for this episode. Read on to find out which entrepreneurs cracked the best deals in Episode 8 of Shark Tank India Season 5.
Panel of Sharks for Episode 8
- Kunal Bahl – Co-founder, Titan Capital & Snapdeal
- Namita Thapar – Executive Director, Emcure Pharmaceuticals
- Vineeta Singh – Co-founder & CEO, Sugar Cosmetics
- Varun Alagh – Co-founder, Honasa Consumer Pvt. Ltd.
- Viraj Bahl – Founder & Managing Director, VRB Consumer
Pitch 1: MYPB
- Brand Type: Fat-Free High Protein Peanut Butter Powder
- Founder: Pujan Kachhadiya
- Ask: ₹70 lakhs for 10% equity
A Gujarati founder from Amreli pitched his brand, MYPB, which specializes in making high-protein, fat-free peanut butter powder. He offered samples of his product made from the powdered form, which the sharks appreciated for its taste.
Viraj Bahl, however, pointed out that removing healthy fats from peanut butter could make it less nutritious. Pujan then explained how he came up with the idea for powdered peanut butter.
The brand is marketed as “authentic American peanut butter,” which the sharks found slightly misleading. Pujan revealed that he has invested ₹1 crore in the business so far. Most customers use his peanut butter in smoothies, and the brand’s sales come 50% from Amazon, 48% from its own website, 1% from Flipkart, and 1% from Blinkit.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Vineeta Singh: ₹70 lakhs for 14% equity
- Namita Thapar and Varun Alagh (joint offer): ₹70 lakhs for 20% equity
Final Deal:
Vineeta Singh, Namita Thapar, and Varun Alagh – ₹70 lakhs for 15% equity (3-shark deal)
Pitch 2: XStep
- Brand Type: Device for Mobility Treatment
- Founder: Dr. Parag Gad
- Ask: ₹1 crore for 1% equity
Dr. Parag Gad, an innovator who has conducted pilot studies in neuromodulation, pitched his device XStep, which helps patients suffering from paralysis and spinal cord-related conditions. He even gave a live demo on stage with Vineeta Singh as a participant, impressing all the sharks. The device activates nerves to stimulate muscle movement.
Dr. Parag showcased case studies of patients who benefited from XStep, and Viraj Bahl praised him, saying, “God bless you.” Dr. Parag mentioned they’ve successfully treated around 60 patients with cerebral palsy and that the device also helps with seizures. The product is priced at ₹3 lakhs per unit.
Offers Made by Sharks:
- Vineeta Singh, Namita Thapar, and Kunal Bahl: ₹1 crore for 10% equity
Final Deal:
Vineeta Singh, Namita Thapar, and Kunal Bahl – ₹1 crore for 10% equity (3-shark deal)
Pitch 3: Truth & Hair
- Brand Type: Hair Makeup Brand
- Founders: Saumya Alagh and Shailesh Singh
- Ask: ₹1 crore for 2.5% equity
Two founders from Gurugram pitched their brand Truth & Hair, which specializes in hair beauty products. Vineeta Singh mentioned that she has known Saumya for the past 4–5 years. Saumya and Shailesh, a husband-wife duo, shared their journey and how they built the brand.
The sharks loved the packaging, and Saumya explained their R&D process. The brand launched in February 2024 and started selling products from April 2024. Their flagship product is the Hair Mascara.
They shared their sales and revenue figures, mentioning that they are currently running at a loss and have invested around ₹1.5–2 crores so far. They aim to position Truth & Hair as a beauty brand and plan to launch three new products: hair glitter, dry shampoo, and hair gloss.
Offer Made by Sharks:
- Varun Alagh: ₹2.5 crores for 25% equity
Final Deal:
Varun Alagh – ₹2.5 crores for 25% equity
Episode Summary: All three pitchers in Episode 8 of Shark Tank India Season 5 successfully secured deals. MYPB and XStep both closed 3-shark deals, while Truth & Hair gave up the highest equity percentage by accepting Varun Alagh’s offer.
Next Episode Preview: In Episode 9 of Shark Tank India Season 5, viewers can look forward to three new innovative pitches from talented Indian entrepreneurs.
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