Meet Brothers Who Started Business With Only Rs 50,000 During Pandemic, Appeared On Shark Tank Season 3, And Now Own Company Worth Rs 100,00,00,000—Its Name Is...

Zorko is a rapidly growing vegetarian fast-food brand in India, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs through its franchise model to start their food businesses with ease.  

The start-up is founded by the Nahar brothers during the pandemic, Zorko's inspiring journey began with a modest investment of Rs 50,000 in a small restaurant in Surat and has grown into a Rs 100-crore brand. (Image Credit: @anand.zorko/Insta, @amrit.zorko/Insta)

 

The Co-founders Amrit and Anand Nahar shared their incredible success story on Shark Tank India Season 3, showcasing Zorko’s growth to over 150 outlets in 42 cities and villages, serving 80+ affordable food items. The founder sought INR 1.5 Crores for a 1 per cent stake at a valuation of INR 150 Crores. Following the pitch, they treated the Sharks to delectable dishes, sparking positive reactions.   

Anand, a B.Tech graduate in Automobile Engineering, and Amrit, with a B.E. in Environmental Engineering, leveraged their problem-solving skills to create an impactful brand. 

 

Before entering the food industry, Anand and Amrit Nahar worked in stock market business development. Their love for cooking led them to open their first Zorko outlet in Surat, offering a diverse menu of comfort food.  

In 2021, the brothers turned a 550-square-foot restaurant facing closure into Zorko’s first outlet, driven by their vision to provide high-quality, affordable meals.  

Zorko now boasts over 250 franchise outlets across 42 cities in India, making it a trusted name in the vegetarian fast-food market.