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News1816-01-2026, 12:25

Ritesh Agarwal: Shark Tank India Entry Like Clearing a Top Exam

  • OYO founder Ritesh Agarwal, a judge on Shark Tank India, shared insights on Season 5, highlighting its diversity and the rise of young entrepreneurs.
  • Agarwal noted that Season 3 marked a "coming of age" for the show, with larger, established companies emerging, while Season 5 features a wider range of categories and young founders.
  • Responding to the most searched AI query "How to be on Shark Tank?", Agarwal advised "misfits" that entrepreneurship can be lonely but ultimately rewarding.
  • He emphasized that young entrepreneurs should be proud of their ventures, despite social media comparisons, as being a misfit is key to entrepreneurship.
  • Agarwal looks for ambitious, driven founders he can relate to, stating that getting on Shark Tank India has a mere 0.1% acceptance rate, akin to clearing a top exam.

Why It Matters: Ritesh Agarwal likens getting on Shark Tank India to clearing a top exam, emphasizing the show's evolution and support for young, diverse entrepreneurs.

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