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Venture Catalysts Secures INR150 Crore for Tech Expansion

9/9/2025

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Venture Catalysts raised INR150 crore (~$18 million) to expand leadership, launch new funds, and upgrade AI technology.
New investors include Ashish Kacholia, Aishwarya Rai, and the Shah Rukh Khan Family Office, alongside existing backers.
Founded in 2016, it manages over $500 million and has invested in over 400 companies.
Future plans focus on enhancing technology and expanding its Category II AIF suite in key Indian startup hubs.

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Story summary

Venture Catalysts raised INR150 crore (~$18 million) to expand leadership, launch new funds, and upgrade AI technology.
New investors include Ashish Kacholia, Aishwarya Rai, and the Shah Rukh Khan Family Office, alongside existing backers.
Founded in 2016, it manages over $500 million and has invested in over 400 companies.
Future plans focus on enhancing technology and expanding its Category II AIF suite in key Indian startup hubs.