'Shark Tank India Season 5’: When and where to watch the new season

‘Shark Tank India’ which first premiered in 2021, has changed how India looks at startups. Based on the American reality series ‘Shark Tank’, the series is now gearing up for its fifth season. The show has become the major platform for businesses to step into the tank to pitch their idea to judges, popularly known as sharks.Season 5 now raises the bar, with new judges and fresh twists, promising sharper pitches and new energy from budding entrepreneurs.The recently released teaser of Season 5 has created quite the buzz online, giving fans glimpses into the new season’s mood and momentum. Viewers see confident founders and tough negotiations this year, promising to push limits. Season 5 brings back several sharks from the previous seasons. Aman Gupta, Anupam Mittal, Namita Thapar, Vineeta Singh, Kunal Bahl, Peyush Bansal, Amit Jain, Viraj Bahl, Kunal Bahl and Ritesh Agarwal return to the tank.At the same time, new faces like Aarun Alagh, Mohit Yadav, Shaily Mehrotra, Hafdik Kothiya, Kanika Tekriwal, and Pratham Mittal join the panel.‘Shark Tank India Season 5’ will be premiere on Sony LIV and Sony Entertainment Television from 5 January 2026. As always, each episode will feature real startups seeking funding, guidance, and validation from the sharks.Season 5 arrives with notable updates and a catchy new tagline that reads, "Yeh Season Hal Time Se Aage." A Campus Special segment will feature student-led startups. Early-stage ideas from universities and colleges will get the spotlight. Promos also suggest a playful, satirical take on work culture and entrepreneurship.