- Held at ICWF, India’s premier wedding industry platform
- Founders pitch to actual investors, mentors & industry leaders
- Focus on innovation, sustainability, tech & creative services
Venture Safari Season 3
WHAT IS IT?
A live pitching platform for wedding & event entrepreneurs.
Not a show. A real-world launchpad.
Why it Matters?
The events industry is ready for disruption.
Venture Safari unlocks:
- Funding for new business models
- Visibility for emerging founders
- Networking across India’s top planners, designers, and investors
- A culture of innovation in a traditionally static sector
HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2024
“Nothing short of inspiring.”
“Game-changing ideas. Real enthusiasm.”
“The energy in the room was electric.”
- 50+ applications
- 12 selected to pitch
- Investors from top hospitality, event tech, and design verticals
HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2025
“The vibe is something else, I can do this all day.”
“It evolved so much in 1 year, great audience enthusiasm as well”
“Mumbai brought it’s film ideas as well, Wow”. Real Deal.”
- 70+ applications
- 8 selected to pitch
- 3 reputed Angel investors and 2 industry leaders
WHO IS IT FOR?
Entrepreneurs & Innovators in:
- Planning, planning tools, guest experiences
- Sustainable Products & Services
- Creative Gifting, Decor, Experiences
- Event Logistics, Automation, Talent, IPs etc.
Live pitch session at ICWF 2026
10 shortlisted startups, Each gets:
- 5-minute pitch
- 5-minute Q&A with investor panel
- Immediate feedback & potential investment
Structured like a pitch showcase on Shark Tank
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR?
Founders who bring:
- Scalable ideas for the wedding/events market
- A prototype or proof of concept
- Fresh thinking — tech, sustainability, creativity
- Passion & commitment to build in this space
Structured like a pitch showcase on Shark Tank
