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In 2024, Grover ventured into a new fintech startup called ZeroPe, focusing on medical loans. The app is designed to provide instant pre-approved medical loans of up to Rs 500,000 in collaboration with Delhi-based NBFC Mukut Finvest.<ref>https://www.business-standard.com/companies/start-ups/bharatpe-co-founder-ashneer-grover-ventures-into-fintech-with-zerope-app-124041200586_1.html</ref>
In 2024, Grover ventured into a new fintech startup called ZeroPe, focusing on medical loans. The app is designed to provide instant pre-approved medical loans of up to Rs 500,000 in collaboration with Delhi-based NBFC Mukut Finvest.<ref>https://www.business-standard.com/companies/start-ups/bharatpe-co-founder-ashneer-grover-ventures-into-fintech-with-zerope-app-124041200586_1.html</ref>
== Rise and Fall ==
In September 2025, Grover began hosting the Indian reality series '''Rise and Fall''', streaming on Amazon MX Player and also aired in partnership with Sony Entertainment Television. The show is based on the British reality format of the same name, where contestants are divided into ''Rulers'' and ''Workers''. Rulers live in luxury and make decisions, while Workers stay in the basement and complete tasks. The format explores power, strategy, and survival in a competitive environment.


== Personal Life ==
== Personal Life ==
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Latest revision as of 16:31, 6 October 2025

Ashneer Grover
Born 14 June 1982
Delhi, India
Nationality Indian
Education B.Tech (Civil Engineering), IIT Delhi
MBA, IIM Ahmedabad
Occupation Entrepreneur, Investor, Television Host
Known for Co-founder of BharatPe
Judge on Shark Tank India
Host of Rise and Fall
Spouse Madhuri Jain Grover
Children 2

Ashneer Grover (born June 14, 1982) is an Indian entrepreneur and businessman, best known as the co-founder and former Managing Director of BharatPe, a fintech company. He gained widespread recognition as a judge on the first season of Shark Tank India.[1][2][3]

Early Life and Education

Ashneer Grover was born in Delhi, India, to a middle-class family. His father was a Chartered Accountant and his mother was a teacher. He completed his B.Tech in Civil Engineering from IIT Delhi and later earned an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad.[4]

Career

Grover's career spans various roles in finance and entrepreneurship:

  • Vice President at Kotak Investment Banking (2006-2013)
  • Director of Corporate Development at American Express (2013-2015)
  • Chief Financial Officer at Grofers (now Blinkit) (2015-2017)
  • Head of New Business at PC Jeweller Ltd (2017-2018)
  • Co-founder and Managing Director of BharatPe (2018-2022)

BharatPe

In 2018, Grover co-founded BharatPe with Shashvat Nakrani. The company revolutionized digital payments for merchants in India by offering a single QR code for all payment apps. Under Grover's leadership, BharatPe became a unicorn startup in 2021, valued at $2.85 billion.

Shark Tank India

Grover was one of the seven judges (known as "sharks") on the first season of Shark Tank India in 2021. His straightforward and often blunt approach made him a popular figure on the show.[5]

Controversies and Exit from BharatPe

In 2022, Grover faced allegations of financial mismanagement at BharatPe, leading to his resignation from the company. He has denied these allegations. In September 2024, Grover and BharatPe reached a settlement, ending their legal disputes. As part of the agreement, Grover will no longer be associated with BharatPe in any capacity.

New Ventures

In 2024, Grover ventured into a new fintech startup called ZeroPe, focusing on medical loans. The app is designed to provide instant pre-approved medical loans of up to Rs 500,000 in collaboration with Delhi-based NBFC Mukut Finvest.[6]

Rise and Fall

In September 2025, Grover began hosting the Indian reality series Rise and Fall, streaming on Amazon MX Player and also aired in partnership with Sony Entertainment Television. The show is based on the British reality format of the same name, where contestants are divided into Rulers and Workers. Rulers live in luxury and make decisions, while Workers stay in the basement and complete tasks. The format explores power, strategy, and survival in a competitive environment.

Personal Life

Ashneer Grover is married to Madhuri Jain Grover, and they have two children. He is known for his interests in cricket and tennis.

References

  1. ↑ https://www.cheggindia.com/earn-online/ashneer-grover-biography-net-worth/
  2. ↑ https://bsmedia.business-standard.com/_media/bs/img/article/2021-08/04/full/1628053890-1005.jpg?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiygJyeid-KAxXtkYkEHTnjChYQ_B16BAgCEAI
  3. ↑ https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/former-shark-tank-india-judge-ashneer-grover-trademarks-his-name-netizens-compare-him-to-kunal-bahl-9756286/
  4. ↑ https://www.timesnownews.com/business-economy/industry/ashneer-grovers-name-is-now-trademarked-what-does-this-mean-article-116913898
  5. ↑ https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/trends/story/shouldve-trademarked-ye-sab-doglapan-hai-netizens-after-ashneer-grover-trademarks-his-name-459441-2025-01-03
  6. ↑ https://www.business-standard.com/companies/start-ups/bharatpe-co-founder-ashneer-grover-ventures-into-fintech-with-zerope-app-124041200586_1.html


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