Shark Tank India 5: Aman Gupta Gets THIS Award From Google Ahead Of Launch, But Netizens Criticise BOAT: ‘Bohot Bekar Hai…’

Shark Tank India 5 is heading toward launch, and judge Aman Gupta is already trending. The BOAT co‑founder was named “Visionary Entrepreneur of the Year 2025” by Google,  a big pre‑season boost for the popular shark. But the celebration post did more than spark applause. It also drew a wave of product complaints aimed at BOAT, splitting reactions across social feeds.

Aman posted event photos and reflected on how today’s students are growing up in a start‑up culture shaped by shows like Shark Tank India. 

Aman Gupta Writes Long Note On Big Win Ahead Of Shark Tank India 5 Launch

Sharing photos from his award ceremony event, Aman celebrated India’s next generation of founders and how media habits have shifted from reality TV drama to business building. He wrote, “We grew up watching Roadies or Splitsvilla. They are growing up watching Shark Tank. So many students I meet today in schools and colleges want to become entrepreneurs. And not just want, they will. The next wave of young, fiery founders is coming, and they will be breaking the rules we were punished for, building what we could only dream of. And believe me, this is just the beginning.”

He also thanked Google for the honour and shouted out fellow panellists, friends and family who were present. “Thank you, Google, for naming me Visionary Entrepreneur of the year 2025 and trusting me to be a part of the 1 Million Founders mission, and it feels nice to receive it in front of my all-time supporter, my dad @neerajatm. Was an absolute blast being on a panel on Viksit Bharat 2047 with some incredible energy and even better intent. @suniel.shetty, who has an unstoppable energy on and off the stage. @rajshamani, my dear friend and full-time firestarter and @suitcase_full_of_sparks, a man driven by a purpose bigger than profits. And of course, Mehak Kasbekar, the moderator, who made it all seamless, sharp, and super fun. Grateful for conversations that care about purpose, people, and the power of building in India. 🇮🇳More panels like this, please. All of us will witness what’s coming next in India. And it is going to be wild. Let’s build. Let’s believe. LESSGOO!”

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Netizens Criticise BOAT Products After Award Post

As soon as he dropped the post, congratulations poured in. Then came the complaints. Netizens used the moment to tag Aman directly with product gripes on BOAT audio gear, soundbars and neckbands.

Check out some reactions below:

“Boat ke airpods nirvana ion bohot bekar he.”

“Ek baat yad rakkhiye sir aapka product very bad 😞 maine 10000 se Avante bar 3100d liye online this product 15 days bad barbad hogaya pura kharab Product abhi mera soundbar ka paisa wapas denge nahi na gorib ko luta aapne🥺😶”

“Congrats, but boat man aapko neckband me sare rubber assery duble dena chahiye.”

Who Is Aman Gupta?

Aman Gupta is co‑founder and CMO of BOAT, one of India’s most recognised audio and wearable brands. His quick wit, approachable style and market fluency turned him into a breakout star from Season 1 of Shark Tank India. Across four seasons, he has backed start‑ups in lifestyle, food, personal care, tech, education and creator‑led brands

For the unversed, Shark Tank India 5 begins from tomorrow (July 20). It will air from Monday to Friday at 9 pm on Sony TV and Sony LIV app.