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1,500 founders and brands expected at Farmley’s Bharat Mandapam summit as live pitches go to Shark Tank panel

Farmley has partnered with Shark Tank India to offer entrepreneurs direct access to Season 5 auditions at the Indian Healthy Snacking Summit 2025. The summit, scheduled for Friday at Bharat Mandapam, will feature an on-site Shark Tank booth where founders can record their pitches live. These recordings will be forwarded to the show’s production team in Mumbai for evaluation and potential selection for the upcoming season.
The recorded pitches will serve as official auditions for Shark Tank India Season 5. Selected founders could go on to present their ideas in front of the show’s panel of investors, gaining national exposure and potential funding. This is the first time Shark Tank India is enabling on-ground auditions outside its traditional online process.

Akash Sharma, Co-founder of Farmley, commented, “Every successful entrepreneur’s journey begins with a single opportunity to be heard. This on-ground audition format is revolutionizing how we discover and nurture talent, giving founders the chance to showcase their vision in a more personal, accessible setting. It’s not just about pitching – it’s about empowering the next generation of business leaders.”
The Indian Healthy Snacking Summit 2025, now in its second edition, is expected to host over 1,500 attendees and feature more than 50 speakers. The summit has emerged as a strategic gathering point for emerging D2C brands, investors, food-tech players, and quick commerce platforms.
Among the keynote speakers and panelists are Revant Himatsingka aka FoodPharmer, Amitesh Jha, CEO of Swiggy Instamart, and Arjun Vaidya, founder of Dr. Vaidya’s and V3 Ventures. The speaker lineup also includes senior leadership from Amazon, Blinkit, Zepto, and Meesho. Panel discussions will dive into evolving investment trends, digital distribution strategies, and India’s rising demand for healthier food products.

For Farmley, this summit is more than just a branding platform. It marks a broader positioning shift as the company takes on a leadership role within the D2C health snacking space. By facilitating direct access to Shark Tank auditions, Farmley is reinforcing its commitment to supporting early-stage businesses and founder innovation.
Farmley, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Noida, operates on a farm-to-palm model, sourcing directly from over 5,000 farmers across India. The company produces healthy snacks such as makhanas, dry fruits, and superfood-based mixes at its in-house facilities. With a national footprint and a robust D2C strategy, Farmley is endorsed by Rahul Dravid and has become a recognizable name in India’s wellness-oriented FMCG segment.

In May 2025, Farmley raised $42 million in a Series C funding round led by L Catterton and DSG Consumer Partners. The capital is being used to expand distribution channels, invest in food innovation, and strengthen the company’s omnichannel presence across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities.
The Shark Tank booth at the Indian Healthy Snacking Summit represents a unique touchpoint where India’s next-generation founders can access the national stage. As Shark Tank India prepares to launch its fifth season, this on-ground scouting initiative is a sign of how startup discovery is becoming increasingly democratized.

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