Blume Ventures

Blume Ventures is a Mumbai-based venture capital firm that invests in seed- and early-stage technology ventures in India. It acts as an initial institutional investor in its portfolio and typically supports companies through follow-on rounds over the long term. The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, co-investing with angels and seed funds, and often provides capital to help companies scale from seed to pre-Series A. Its focus spans software, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, business software, and consumer internet, with a preference for minority stakes and relatively small seed investments. Blume backs portfolio companies across India, aiming to help them grow in their early stages and expand regionally or nationally.

Arpit Agarwal

Partner

Akhilesh Agarwal

Associate Vice President

Apurva Dixit

Associate Vice President

Apurva Dixit

Associate Vice President

Vikram Gawande

Vice President, Growth

Past deals in Video Streaming

STAGE

Series B in 2025
STAGE is an Indian language content platform focused on artist-led regional language entertainment, offering a library of short-form dialect-based video content such as poetry, comedy, and storytelling, with smart-tech recommendations, personalization, and curated playlists to help audiences access culturally relevant entertainment in their preferred language.

Vama

Seed Round in 2023
Vama is a virtual platform that connects users with a range of spiritual services, including e-pujas, e-darshans, and astrology. Catering to devotees both in India and globally, Vama facilitates access to professional astrologers through various communication methods such as calls, messages, and video calls. The platform also provides horoscope predictions, informative videos, blogs, and practical tips, enabling users to seek guidance on various aspects of life, including career, marriage, health, finances, and relationships. By combining these services, Vama aims to create a comprehensive and accessible resource for individuals seeking spiritual insights and support.

STAGE

Venture Round in 2023
STAGE is an Indian language content platform focused on artist-led regional language entertainment, offering a library of short-form dialect-based video content such as poetry, comedy, and storytelling, with smart-tech recommendations, personalization, and curated playlists to help audiences access culturally relevant entertainment in their preferred language.

Uolo

Series A in 2022
Uolo is an education technology company that offers a school-parent communication platform connecting teachers, students, and parents. The platform enables real-time and asynchronous sharing of homework, attendance, marks, photos, and videos, and supports live online classes with recordings, assignment submissions, and feedback. It also provides practice-based scholastic programs and tools to help schools administer operations more efficiently while enabling guardians to monitor their children’s progress.

Gooey.AI

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Gooey.AI is a developer of a social interactive platform that facilitates private, curated spaces for intimate chats and video conversations. The platform focuses on fostering authentic, face-to-face video-first communications, enabling organizations to establish networks for sharing videos and projects. By connecting changemakers and institutions, Gooey.AI supports the creation of collaborations across borders, enhancing creative exchanges. It is particularly geared toward facilitating innovative cultural and artistic connections through digital technology.

STAGE

Seed Round in 2022
STAGE is an Indian language content platform focused on artist-led regional language entertainment, offering a library of short-form dialect-based video content such as poetry, comedy, and storytelling, with smart-tech recommendations, personalization, and curated playlists to help audiences access culturally relevant entertainment in their preferred language.

Alippo

Seed Round in 2021
Alippo is India's first live upskilling platform designed specifically for women. It offers instructor-led virtual classes in baking, cooking, makeup, stitching, and other entrepreneurial skills, empowering women to start their own home businesses.

Classplus

Series C in 2021
Classplus is a mobile-first platform for private coaching institutes that consolidates video distribution, payments, communication, and online assessments in a single interface. It provides analytics on student performance and supports iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2015 and based in Delhi, India, the company helps educators build, monetize, and market their online coaching businesses by creating branded content and applications.

Vokal

Series A in 2021
Vokal is a platform designed to facilitate knowledge sharing among Indians, particularly targeting those who do not speak English, which constitutes approximately 90% of the population. By leveraging the rich linguistic diversity of India, which includes over 100 languages and 22 official languages, Vokal enables users to engage in peer-to-peer learning through various formats such as Questions & Answers, opinions, expert chats, and live sessions. The platform aims to bridge the significant content gap that exists in the predominantly English-language internet by providing accessible knowledge resources in native languages. Through its app and website, Vokal fosters a community where individuals can learn from one another and share insights on a wide range of topics.

Uolo

Seed Round in 2020
Uolo is an education technology company that offers a school-parent communication platform connecting teachers, students, and parents. The platform enables real-time and asynchronous sharing of homework, attendance, marks, photos, and videos, and supports live online classes with recordings, assignment submissions, and feedback. It also provides practice-based scholastic programs and tools to help schools administer operations more efficiently while enabling guardians to monitor their children’s progress.

Chingari

Seed Round in 2020
Chingari is a short-form video platform that enables users to create, edit, browse, and share videos. It offers video search, editing tools, browsing, and instant sharing to social networks, enabling creators to showcase talent and creativity through audio clips, stickers, and photos. Accessible on Android devices, the platform connects Indian creators with audiences, with revenue primarily generated through in-app advertising.

Classplus

Series A in 2020
Classplus is a mobile-first platform for private coaching institutes that consolidates video distribution, payments, communication, and online assessments in a single interface. It provides analytics on student performance and supports iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2015 and based in Delhi, India, the company helps educators build, monetize, and market their online coaching businesses by creating branded content and applications.

Classplus

Series A in 2020
Classplus is a mobile-first platform for private coaching institutes that consolidates video distribution, payments, communication, and online assessments in a single interface. It provides analytics on student performance and supports iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2015 and based in Delhi, India, the company helps educators build, monetize, and market their online coaching businesses by creating branded content and applications.

Classplus

Venture Round in 2020
Classplus is a mobile-first platform for private coaching institutes that consolidates video distribution, payments, communication, and online assessments in a single interface. It provides analytics on student performance and supports iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2015 and based in Delhi, India, the company helps educators build, monetize, and market their online coaching businesses by creating branded content and applications.

Qyuki

Venture Round in 2020
Qyuki is a media company that operates an online broadcasting network to support creators in film and music in producing, distributing, and monetizing content. The platform uses proprietary technology and analytics to discover and promote digital talent and to manage the creator's work across multiple platforms. Founded by renowned filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and composer A. R. Rahman, Qyuki focuses on enabling creators to reach audiences and monetize their work through a unified workflow.

Trell

Seed Round in 2019
Trell Experiences Private Limited, established in 2016 and based in Mumbai, India, operates a mobile video blogging application designed for wanderers, foodies, and travelers. The platform serves as a community-based resource for discovering lifestyles through user-generated videos in various Indian languages. It allows users to create visual collections of their experiences, facilitating the sharing and discussion of favorite places and activities. By connecting people globally, Trell enables users to explore new destinations and learn about local experiences, enhancing their travel and lifestyle choices.

Invideo

Seed Round in 2019
InVideo is a company that specializes in a browser-based platform for video creation and editing, aimed at making professional-quality video production accessible to a broader audience. Its platform features a range of customizable templates and media assets, along with tools such as a flexible timeline, a drag-and-drop editor, and intelligent frames. Users can leverage natural language processing technology to enhance their video projects, utilizing features like a comprehensive video library and power transitions. InVideo also supports its users through customer service and fosters a community for creators, while offering mobile accessibility via its app, Filmr.

Rheo TV

Seed Round in 2019
Rheo TV is a game-streaming platform that aims to make professional game streaming a mainstream career option in India by building an entertainment ecosystem that drives engagement and monetization. Today, India has nearly 200 million active gamers on smartphones. Ubiquitous internet infrastructure and affordable smartphones are leading to the increasing popularity of multiplayer online gaming in India, and Rheo TV is tapping into this phenomenon.

Storie

Seed Round in 2019
Storie is a lifestyle community platform based in Jakarta, Indonesia, that offers users comprehensive information about various cosmetic products. The application enables users to search for and share firsthand experiences, photos, and reviews, facilitating informed decision-making regarding lifestyle products and services. Additionally, Storie features makeup tutorial videos, enhancing the user experience by providing visually engaging content. Through its focus on user-generated reviews and inspiring content, Storie aims to create a supportive community for individuals seeking guidance in their beauty and lifestyle choices.

Classplus

Venture Round in 2019
Classplus is a mobile-first platform for private coaching institutes that consolidates video distribution, payments, communication, and online assessments in a single interface. It provides analytics on student performance and supports iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2015 and based in Delhi, India, the company helps educators build, monetize, and market their online coaching businesses by creating branded content and applications.

KERV Interactive

Venture Round in 2019
KERV Interactive is a digital advertising platform that utilizes advanced patented technology to enhance user engagement through video content. The company has developed an AI-powered video creative technology that employs machine learning to accurately identify objects and their dimensions within video streams, mimicking human visual perception. This innovative approach allows for every frame in a digital video to become an immersive and interactive experience for consumers. By leveraging these capabilities, KERV aims to improve the performance of digital advertising, making it more effective for brands and engaging for audiences.

Vokal

Series A in 2018
Vokal is a platform designed to facilitate knowledge sharing among Indians, particularly targeting those who do not speak English, which constitutes approximately 90% of the population. By leveraging the rich linguistic diversity of India, which includes over 100 languages and 22 official languages, Vokal enables users to engage in peer-to-peer learning through various formats such as Questions & Answers, opinions, expert chats, and live sessions. The platform aims to bridge the significant content gap that exists in the predominantly English-language internet by providing accessible knowledge resources in native languages. Through its app and website, Vokal fosters a community where individuals can learn from one another and share insights on a wide range of topics.

Vokal

Series A in 2018
Vokal is a platform designed to facilitate knowledge sharing among Indians, particularly targeting those who do not speak English, which constitutes approximately 90% of the population. By leveraging the rich linguistic diversity of India, which includes over 100 languages and 22 official languages, Vokal enables users to engage in peer-to-peer learning through various formats such as Questions & Answers, opinions, expert chats, and live sessions. The platform aims to bridge the significant content gap that exists in the predominantly English-language internet by providing accessible knowledge resources in native languages. Through its app and website, Vokal fosters a community where individuals can learn from one another and share insights on a wide range of topics.

Vokal

Seed Round in 2016
Vokal is a platform designed to facilitate knowledge sharing among Indians, particularly targeting those who do not speak English, which constitutes approximately 90% of the population. By leveraging the rich linguistic diversity of India, which includes over 100 languages and 22 official languages, Vokal enables users to engage in peer-to-peer learning through various formats such as Questions & Answers, opinions, expert chats, and live sessions. The platform aims to bridge the significant content gap that exists in the predominantly English-language internet by providing accessible knowledge resources in native languages. Through its app and website, Vokal fosters a community where individuals can learn from one another and share insights on a wide range of topics.

Touchfone

Venture Round in 2016
Touchfone is a provider of a live video streaming platform known for its high-performance media delivery capabilities. The company's flagship platform, StrmEasy, excels in delivering video content efficiently and effectively, setting a benchmark in the industry. Touchfone's technology supports a screen-agnostic approach, allowing users to access video content across a variety of wireless devices. The company manages the entire video lifecycle, from content ingestion and transformation to seamless delivery, ensuring a comprehensive solution for its clients in the media landscape.

1CLICK

Seed Round in 2014
1Click is a cloud based pluggable video infrastructure company. 1Click provides an easy to use plugin for browser and mobile platform to embed face to face conversations in your business workflows. 1Click is a video/audio collaboration platform. This platform is built using open standards to allow maximum interoperability.
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