Anupam Mittal, the brain behind Shaadi.com and CEO of People Group, hails from Mumbai, India. Despite his father Gopal Krishan Mittal’s success as a textile businessman, their family faced its own set of challenges during times of financial hardship.
Born on 23 December 1974, Anupam Mittal saw a change in his life from living in a small 1,000 square-foot house in Mumbai with 20 people to becoming a household name and a renowned successful entrepreneur, with a net worth of Rs. 185 Crores. So, how did he managed to achieve all of this? Let’s know more about the Anupam Mittal
Anupam Mittal’s Academics
Anupam completed his schooling at Jai Hind College. Due to his father’s hard work, Anupam was able to attend Boston College in Massachusetts, where he completed his MBA in Operations and Strategic Management.
Despite his academic achievements, he faced difficulties securing a job there. Fearing his parents would ask him to come back to India, Mittal did not inform them about his situation, and kept his struggles hidden, even though he found himself without financial resources.
Anupam Mittal’s Career
Anupam became a product manager at MicroStrategy. It was a personal encounter with a matrimonial consultant that made him think about his entrepreneurial spirit. Mittal founded Sagai.com in 1997, which later became Shaadi.com, India’s first online matrimonial portal.
He also launched Mauj Mobile, India’s first mobile gaming company, and Makaan.com, an online property marketplace. Mittal was the Chairperson of the Internet and Mobile Association of India from 2006 to 2007.
Startup and Investment by Anupam Mittal
Anupam Mittal’s investment portfolio spans various sectors, from clean technology to consumer internet, mobile, healthcare, and SaaS. Before Shark Tank, Mittal had already backed over 250 startups as an angel investor.
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As an amazing entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience, Anupam Mittal has not only built successful businesses but also actively invested in numerous startups. He has made 232 investments, including Rapido and Porter. He was one of the earliest investors in Ola Cabs. Anupam’s most recent investment was in Uncle Peters Pancakes (Seed Round) on March 13, 2024.
His investments span various sectors, primarily focusing on Consumer, Retail, and 31 more sectors, with portfolio companies in India, the United States, and one more country.
Recently in 2024, between February and March, Anupam invested in four companies, The List Is- (Note – It includes Startups from the Shark Tank India)
- March 13, 2024: Uncle Peters Pancakes (Food & Agriculture)
- March 01, 2024: Wiselife (Health Tech)
- February 28, 2024: Nasher Miles (Consumer)
- February 21, 2024: Refit Global (Retail)
Some of the well-known startups funded by him include Ola, TradeX, and One Impression.  Additionally, startups like Thinkerbell Labs and Lokas. and emerging ventures such as Skippi Ice Pops and Let’s Try Foods
Other Notable Investments are-
Reevoy, AQSQI Advisors, Lysto, NxtWave, BharatX, BizzTm, CoslQ, Tweek labs,Jain Shikanji, Watt Technovations, The Sass Bar, PawsIndia, HairOriginals,The Quirky Naari,Sunfox Technologies, Carragreen, The Yarn Bazaar, COCOFIT, ​InACan, Bamboo India, Find Your Kicks India, Meatyour, VivaLyf, ARRCOAT, Heart Up My Sleeves, and Revamp Moto.
Anupam Mittal’s Family
Anupam Mittal, born on December 23, 1974, is the son of Bhagwati Devi Mittal and Gopal Krishna Mittal. In 2013, Mittal tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, model-actress Anchal Kumar, in Jaipur. They were blessed with a daughter named Alyssa Mittal.
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Despite his high-profile life, Mittal likes privacy and maintains a balance between his professional and personal life.
Lifestyle of Anupam Mittal
Anupam Mittal lives a very lavish life. Residing in a lavish 15 crore 6 BHK house in South Mumbai’s Cuffe Parade, an upscale area. He has a collection of high-end cars, which includes coveted models like Lamborghini Huracan, Audi, and Mercedes. Through his Instagram handle, Anupam gives a little sneak peek into his lifestyle, from using products from luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Prada to traveling across different countries.
Recently, Anupam’s family welcomed a new member through an Instagram post—a horse named Easter. Sharing a picture with his wife Anchal and daughter Alyssa The snapshot also showcased India’s esteemed jockey, Pesi Shroff, and his team, who will be taking care of Easter.
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With an estimated net worth of Rs.185 crores as of 2024, Anupam continues to live a lifestyle that is both luxurious and grand.
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