Kathmandu.  The wait is over for Nepal’s budding entrepreneurs! The globally acclaimed business reality show, Shark Tank, is finally debuting as Shark Tank Nepal in 2025. Produced by Himalaya Television HD under the exclusive license from Sony Pictures Television (SPT), the show promises to transform the entrepreneurial landscape of Nepal.

Global Legacy of Shark Tank

Since its inception in 2001 as Money Tigers on Nippon TV in Japan, the format has grown into the world’s most adapted business reality television show, with versions in over 50 territories as of 2024. Under various titles such as Shark Tank (United States, India, Bangladesh, Pakistan) and Dragons’ Den (United Kingdom, Canada), the show has empowered countless entrepreneurs worldwide.

Shark Tank Nepal: A First for South Asia

Himalaya Television HD, a pioneer in bringing global reality shows to Nepal, will launch a 20-episode Season 1 of Shark Tank Nepal. With a vision to foster the startup ecosystem and inspire innovation, Himalaya TV has onboarded five of Nepal’s most prominent business tycoons as Sharks:

Hem Raj Dhakal – Co-founder of IME Group, a leading financial services conglomerate.

Cabinet Shrestha – Chairman of Nepal’s first motorcycle assembly plant, Nepal Thopa Bikash Company.

Ritu Singh Vaidya – Director of the Vaidya Group and a celebrated businesswoman.

Anand Bagaria – Chairman of Nimbus Holdings, an agribusiness trailblazer.

Saurabh Jyoti – Chairman of Jyoti Group, a powerhouse in Nepal’s automotive and energy sectors.

These Sharks are poised to invest in groundbreaking ideas, transforming dreams into reality for Nepal’s visionary entrepreneurs.

Voices from the Creators

Sonika Bhasin, Vice President, International Distribution, South Asia, Sony Pictures Television:

> “After the incredible success of Shark Tank in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, we are thrilled to bring this revolutionary show to Nepal. This is a significant step in expanding the Shark Tank brand in South Asia and empowering Nepali entrepreneurs.”

Shyam Kadel, Executive Director, Himalaya Television HD:

> “We take pride in launching Shark Tank Nepal with high-profile business personalities as Sharks. This show will be more than entertainment; it will ignite a revolution in Nepal’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and investing culture.”

How to Apply

Entrepreneurs with registered businesses operational for at least a year in Nepal are invited to apply through the Himalaya TV App or Himalaya TV’s website. The deadline for Season 1 applications is January 15, 2025.

A Stage for Nepali Dreamers

The show provides a platform for entrepreneurs to present their business models and seek investments in exchange for equity or debt. It aims to inspire millions and strengthen Nepal’s economic foundation by nurturing local talent.

About Himalaya Television HD

Since its inception in 2010, Himalaya TV HD has been Nepal’s leading infotainment channel, renowned for producing world-class reality shows like The Voice of Nepal, Himalaya Roadies, and Dancing Stars Nepal. With the launch of Shark Tank Nepal, Himalaya TV continues its legacy of bringing groundbreaking content to Nepali audiences.

Nepal, get ready to meet the Sharks and witness the dawn of an entrepreneurial revolution in 2025!