Shark Tank-featured menswear brand The Bear House has raised ₹50 Cr ($5.8 Mn) in Series A funding, led by JM Financial Private Equity. The funds will support its offline expansion, working capital needs, and brand-building efforts.
Siddharth Kothari, Managing Director – Private Equity, JM Financial, stated, “We are optimistic about the growth of India’s online branded apparel market, particularly in the men’s business-casual and casual workwear segment. The Bear House has demonstrated impressive growth by leveraging its unique design sensibilities and direct-to-consumer approach. With the rising demand for high-quality, stylish menswear, we believe The Bear House is well-positioned to become one of India’s leading menswear brands.”
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Harsh Somaiya, Co-founder, The Bear House, said, “This growth capital infusion and partnership with JM Financial India Growth Fund III will accelerate our expansion plans and strengthen our brand’s presence. We have always been committed to delivering premium quality and contemporary designs to our customers. As we scale our offline footprint and invest in brand-building, we remain focused on staying true to our design philosophy and deepening our connection with customers. Our goal is to make The Bear House a go-to brand for men’s fashion across India.”
About The Bear House
Founded in 2017 by Harsh and Tanvi Somaiya, Bengaluru-based The Bear House offers premium casual workwear through its website and e-commerce platforms. The brand recently launched its first offline store.
in Bengaluru and plans to launch 20 more stores across India in the next two years.
Competing with brands like The Souled Store and Bewakoof, The Bear House stands out with its minimalist, European-style designs.
The startup appeared on Shark Tank India (Season 4) and secured a ₹3 Cr investment from Namita Thapar of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, valuing the company at ₹100 Cr.
