Stories of Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs

Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs of India: Stories of Struggle and Success –

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Founder of Biocon, Kiran faced challenges in the male-dominated biotech industry. Her persistence and innovation led Biocon to become a global leader in biotechnology.

Vandana Luthra

Vandana founded VLCC, a wellness brand. She turned her passion for fitness and beauty into a leading wellness chain with outlets across the world.

Falguni Nayar

Founder of Nykaa, Falguni started the e-commerce beauty platform after leaving her career in investment banking, building it into a household name for beauty and fashion.

Richa Kar

Richa founded Zivame, an online lingerie brand. Despite societal taboos, she revolutionized the way women in India shop for intimate wear.

Radhika Aggarwal

Co-founder of ShopClues, Radhika helped create one of India’s largest online marketplaces, making everyday products accessible to millions across the country.

Upasana Taku

Co-founder of Mobikwik, Upasana created a leading digital payment platform, playing a key role in India's fintech revolution.

Shahnaz Husain

A pioneer in organic beauty products, Shahnaz built a global beauty empire rooted in Ayurvedic traditions, empowering women with natural beauty solutions.

Aditi Gupta

Aditi co-founded Menstrupedia, a platform to educate young girls and women about menstrual health, breaking taboos and promoting awareness.

Vineeta Singh

Co-founder of Sugar Cosmetics, Vineeta turned her love for beauty into a successful makeup brand that caters to modern women, emphasizing quality and affordability.

Ritu Kumar

A veteran fashion designer, Ritu introduced traditional Indian textiles and embroidery to the world, making her a prominent name in the global fashion industry.