Mumbai, 22nd May 2025: Venture Catalysts, India’s leading integrated incubator and accelerator platform, has participated in BlackCarrot’s pre-seed funding round, an innovative dinnerware brand redefining the Indian dining experience with a focus on health and contemporary design. The round also saw participation from notable investors including We Founder Circle, EvolveX Accelerator, GX Ventures, and Suraj Nalin, Co-Founder of PlaySimple Games, alongside celebrity investors Neha Dhupia and Agnello Dias, who bring valuable expertise and visibility to BlackCarrot’s growth trajectory.
Founded by Yadupati Gupta (Ex-J.P. Morgan and Avendus Capital Investment Banker) and Vishal Gupta (former Head of Marketing and Sales at Wipro Consumer Care and VIP Luggage Group Company), BlackCarrot has quickly established itself as India’s first mass dinnerware brand dedicated to health-conscious consumers. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including bone china (animal bone ash)-free ceramics, lead-free glassware, and 304 food-grade stainless steel cutlery, serving a growing customer base through a robust omnichannel presence across leading e-commerce platforms such as Tata Cliq Luxury, Myntra, Amazon, Flipkart, and Nykaa Fashion, as well as offline retail chains like Nature’s Basket and Food Square. The company has also partnered with Zepto for fast delivery through quick commerce.
Commenting on the investment, Dr. Apoorva Ranjan Sharma, Co-founder and Managing Director from Venture Catalysts++, said, “BlackCarrot represents a new wave of consumer brands in India that combine health consciousness, design innovation, and scalable business models. The company’s impressive progress in building a strong omnichannel presence and its commitment to eliminating harmful materials from everyday dining products position it well for rapid growth. With the Indian dinnerware market undergoing a shift toward wellness and sustainability, we see immense potential in BlackCarrot’s vision to become the go-to brand for modern households. This investment aligns with our strategy of backing companies that are transforming traditional sectors through innovation and consumer focus.”
Yadupati Gupta and Vishal Gupta, Co-founders of BlackCarrot, said, “At BlackCarrot, our mission is to make every dining experience safer and more enjoyable for Indian families. With the of our investors, we are poised to accelerate our expansion, invest further in product innovation, and reach new markets nationwide. We are grateful to Venture Catalysts and our investor partners for believing in our vision and ing us on this journey to redefine how India dines. This funding will be used to accelerate growth across D2C, marketplaces, offline retail, and quick commerce. We have already initiated conversations for a larger fundraise in our next round to the fast-scaling momentum.”
India’s tableware market is witnessing significant transformation, with increasing consumer awareness around health and material safety driving demand for , sustainable products. The dinnerware sector is poised for significant growth over the next few years, with mass dinnerware emerging as one of the fastest-growing categories in the broader home lifestyle segment. This growth is being driven by consumers seeking high-quality, design-forward options that do not compromise on safety or aesthetics. BlackCarrot’s product philosophy aligns with this demand, providing safer, toxin-free alternatives to conventional dinnerware. The company’s innovative approach has earned it recognition from the Government of India as a promising startup, further validating its vision and potential in a rapidly evolving market.
The seed funding will enable BlackCarrot to expand its footprint across key markets, enhance its product offerings, and strengthen its position as a leader in the health-conscious dinnerware segment. The company plans to focus on scaling its distribution, deepening its retail partnerships, and investing in new product development while maintaining its commitment to quality and consumer well-being. Venture Catalysts’ strategic backing of BlackCarrot aligns closely with the firm’s mission to cultivate groundbreaking ideas and propel high-potential ventures shaping the Indian as well as international marketplace.