Arshad Khan, a former Pakistani street tea vendor whose photograph went viral in 2016, got a ₹1 crore investment from Shark Tank Pakistan for Chaiwala & Co, his tea brand.
Arshad Khan’s viral picture from 2016 (L) and his recent appearance on Shark Tank Pakistan (R). (Instagram/@arshadchaiwala1)
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Prior to launching the brand, he got offered several modelling contracts due to his fame. He eventually decided to focus on growing his business.
The cafés attempt to recreate the bustling atmosphere of Pakistani streets, along with décor and ambiance reflecting its culture.
The London expansion was a move to target not just expatriates, but also a wider audience just curious regarding Pakistani culture.
"My journey from a chai vendor to an entrepreneur has been challenging, but I am grateful for every opportunity that has come my way," Khan said after he won the Shark Tank funding.
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