Whizzo Startup in Talks to Raise $25-26 Million in Series B Funding Round
Whizzo, a Bengaluru-based manufacturing startup founded in 2024 by Shrestha Kukreja, is in talks to raise approximately $25-26 million in a Series B funding round potentially co-led by Aavishkar Capital and Bertelsmann India Investments. Existing investors like Fundamentum, Lightspeed Ventures, and others may also participate. The startup, which focuses on technical textiles and sustainable materials, has seen its valuation rise from around $15 million in its seed round to an estimated $110-120 million in the current negotiations. Whizzo integrates research, development, and manufacturing services for clients across India and Asia.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (60/100). Lens Score 47/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–68/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 12 Oct, 01:42 pm. Other outlets followed.