Papa Earth steps in: Varun Alagh replaces Ghazal Alagh on Shark Tank India Season 5

The makers of Shark Tank India confirmed that Ghazal Alagh, who appeared in Season 1, will not return for the latest edition. Instead, Varun Alagh joins the panel, bringing his experience in scaling consumer brands like Mamaearth, The Derma Co., Aqualogica, and Ayuga. Promoted as “Papa Earth” in a playful teaser, Varun’s addition is expected to enrich the show’s entrepreneurial insights. He will sit alongside Aman Gupta, Anupam Mittal, Namita Thapar, Vineeta Singh, Kunal Bahl, and Mohit Yadav, creating a diverse panel of investors and mentors.  

 

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Varun Alagh’s appointment reflects Shark Tank India’s evolving panel strategy, blending entrepreneurial experience with consumer‑centric innovation to inspire the next generation of founders.  

 

Sources: Moneycontrol, News18, Filmibeat