Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has secured a 400% return on his angel investment in The Man Company, a prominent men’s grooming brand in India. The company has been acquired by Emami for a valuation of INR 400 crore.
Khurrana entered the business world in 2018 with a strategic investment in The Man Company, recognising the growing demand for premium grooming products tailored for men.
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͏Emami Acquires The Man Company ͏fo͏͏r͏͏ I͏͏NR͏͏ ͏400 ͏͏Cr:͏
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