Draft:Ashneer Grover

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Ashneer Grover
Born (1982-06-14) June 14, 1982 (age 43)
Delhi, India
EducationB.Tech, IIT Delhi; MBA, IIM Ahmedabad
Occupation(s)Entrepreneur, Investor, Author
Known forCo-founder and former MD of BharatPe; Judge on Shark Tank India
SpouseMadhuri Jain Grover
ChildrenAvy, Mannat
Websiteashneergrover.com

Ashneer Grover (born 14 June 1982) is an Indian entrepreneur, investor, and author. He is the co-founder and former Managing Director of the fintech company BharatPe and is a judge on the reality TV show Shark Tank India.[1][2]

Early life and education

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Grover was born in Delhi, India, to a middle-class family. His father was a Chartered Accountant and his mother was a teacher.[citation needed] He completed his schooling at Apeejay School, Delhi. He earned a B.Tech in Civil Engineering from IIT Delhi and later pursued an MBA in Finance from IIM Ahmedabad.[1]

Career

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Early career

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After graduation, Grover worked with Kotak Investment Banking, American Express, and Grofers, gaining experience in investment banking, corporate finance, and startup operations.[1]

BharatPe

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In 2018, Grover co-founded BharatPe, a fintech startup providing QR-based digital payments, merchant lending, and financial solutions for small and medium businesses in India.[3]

In February 2022, Grover resigned as Managing Director following a PwC audit report regarding his conduct.[4] In 2025, Grover and BharatPe settled their disputes, with Grover agreeing to sever all professional ties.[5] Grover also faced allegations of financial misconduct, internal audits, and share transfer disputes.[6][7]

Media presence

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Grover was a judge on Shark Tank India.[8] He was also criticized on Shark Tank India for investing less than the committed amounts in certain startups.[9]

He also hosted the reality show Rise and Fall, focusing on entrepreneurship and business strategy.[10]

Personal life

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Grover is married to Madhuri Jain Grover and has two children, Avy and Mannat.[11]

In 2025, he shared an tribute to his late father.[12]

Lifestyle

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Grover’s net worth is estimated at approximately ₹900 crore (2025).[13]

Publications

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  • Doglapan: The Hard Truth About Life and Startups – The book provides personal insights on entrepreneurship, startup challenges, and Grover’s own experiences in fintech and business leadership.[14]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Who is Ashneer Grover?". Business Standard.
  2. ^ "Outlook Business – Ashneer Grover profile". Outlook Business.
  3. ^ "BharatPe co-founder Ashneer Grover: Story". The Ken. 10 October 2024.
  4. ^ "BharatPe audit report controversy". Newslaundry. 7 February 2022.
  5. ^ "BharatPe Settles with Ashneer Grover". Indian Express. 30 September 2024.
  6. ^ "BharatPe financial dispute". BBC. 6 March 2022.
  7. ^ "Understanding Ashneer Grover vs Resilient Innovations". SW India.
  8. ^ "Shark Tank India Judge Ashneer Grover". Business Standard.
  9. ^ "Anupam Mittal dig at Ashneer". Indian Express.
  10. ^ "Rise and Fall Host". Times of India. 26 September 2025.
  11. ^ "Who is Madhuri Grover". Bollywood Shaadis. 16 November 2024.
  12. ^ "Ashneer Grover emotional post for father". News18.
  13. ^ "Ashneer Grover luxury home". Times of India. 16 September 2025.
  14. ^ "Ashneer Grover Book Doglapan". Financial Express. 25 December 2022.