Shark Tank Gets Insured: Acko's CEO Varun Dua Joins Shark Tank India As a New Shark

Mumbai: Shark Tank India, the popular entrepreneurial reality show, is gearing up for an even bigger season 3. SonyLIV has announced a high-profile addition to the esteemed panel of Sharks: Varun Dua, the Founder and CEO of Acko Insurance and ex-owner of CoverFox.

Dua, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 15+ years of experience in the insurance market, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the show. He launched CoverFox, one of the biggest online insurance aggregators in India, before venturing into the space with Acko in 2016. His vision to revolutionize the insurance industry through technology and innovation led Acko to become a unicorn in 2021, with a valuation exceeding $1 billion.

Dua's journey from a marketing manager at Tata AIG Life Insurance to a successful entrepreneur is an inspiration for aspiring business owners. He joins a formidable panel of existing Sharks including Aman Gupta, Amit Jain, Anupam Mittal, Namita Thapar, Vineeta Singh, Peyush Bansal, Ritesh Agarwal, Deepinder Goyal, Azhar Iqubal, and Radhika Gupta.

Fans can expect Dua to bring his sharp business acumen, tech-savvy insights, and passion for creating positive change to the show. His presence promises to generate even more exciting pitches, insightful interactions, and valuable advice for budding entrepreneurs as they seek funding and mentorship.

Shark Tank India 3 is set to premiere exclusively on SonyLIV, with the exact date yet to be announced. With the addition of Dua to the already impressive lineup of Sharks, the upcoming season promises to be even more thrilling and transformative for aspiring entrepreneurs across India.