In a recent exchange, Radhika Gupta, from Shark Tank India 3, disclosed that she had already gained public recognition before joining the show as a judge. Additionally, she delved into her entrepreneurial pursuits during the conversation.
Radhika Gupta on why she was famous before Shark Tank India 3
In a discussion with Mashable India, Radhika Gupta was asked about the pressure of being the face of Shark Tank India and sharing stories as a part of the show. Responding to this, the Wall Street expert explained that her situation is somewhat unique.
Radhika expressed, “Even before my involvement with Shark Tank, around 2018-19, I was quite visible as a CEO. I engaged in public speaking, created videos, and contributed to social media content. So, my exposure to the public eye, or what some might call fame, predated Shark Tank. In fact, that’s how Shark Tank discovered me.”
Additionally, the entrepreneur revealed that her initial venture was a restaurant named Mirch Madness, which she launched during her second year of college in the US. At the restaurant, she served roti, rice, vegetables, lentils, and yogurt for $5, with an additional dollar for non-vegetarian dishes.
“Our primary competition was college pizza, and our food surpassed pizza in quality. I personally made the rotis every night; after finishing my studies, I would make at least 100 to 200 rotis,” the shark recounted.
Here’s a glimpse from Radhika Gupta’s conversation:
About Radhika Gupta
Radhika Gupta stands as a prominent figure in the Indian finance industry, holding esteemed roles as the Managing Director and CEO at Edelweiss Mutual Fund. Initially gaining recognition for her eloquence, she further solidified her presence through her participation in Shark Tank India 3.
Joining her were five other newcomers, Azhar Iqubal, Ronnie Screwvala, Deepinder Goyal, Varun Dua, and Ritesh Agarwal, in the third season of the show. Radhika garnered attention for her astute business sense, intelligent investment strategies, and insightful perspectives on finance.
On a personal note, Radhika Gupta is married to Nalin Moniz. She embarked on the journey of motherhood at the age of 39, welcoming her first child, Remy Gupta Moniz, in June 2022.