Shark Tank India Scandal: Show Caused 10x Losses To Over 70 Brands

Shark Tank India is embroiled in controversy as Pathik Patel, founder of Fit & Flex, accuses the show of unjustly targeting his brand for trademark violations. Patel claims Sony Entertainment Television blocked his social media accounts and suspended ads without warning, just weeks after his appearance on the show. Despite reaching out to Sony and Meta for help, he received no response, and his business suffered significant losses. Patel's experience has sparked a broader outcry, with over 70 other startups facing similar issues, turning what was supposed to be a dream opportunity into a legal and financial nightmare.

Sony Entertainment Television's Shark Tank India premiered in 2021 as a platform for businesses to reach a larger audience. The program has had its share of controversy throughout three seasons, and the concerns appear to have persisted even after the most recent season. Recently, the nutritious food firm Fit & Flex founder accused the channel of unfairly ...

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