Brands
Home Essentials raises Rs 70 Cr in pre-series B round
360 One Asset leads funding as D2C brand scales stores and supply chain
GURGAON: Home Essentials, a fast-rising direct-to-consumer brand in India’s home and kitchen space, has secured Rs 70 crore in a pre-series B funding round led by 360 One Asset, with participation from existing backer India Quotient.
The fresh capital is set to fuel the company’s next phase of growth, with a clear focus on offline expansion, supply chain muscle, and sharper product innovation. Over the next three years, the brand plans to scale revenue to Rs 500 crore and reach five million Indian households.
Founded in 2024 by brothers Tanishq Jain and Divyam Jain in Gwalior, Home Essentials has moved swiftly from small-town start-up to national contender. Built on a simple but compelling idea that Indian homes deserve products that are practical, pleasing to the eye, and fairly priced, the company has carved out a niche between high-end luxury labels and no-name utility goods.
From airtight storage solutions to ergonomic loose furniture, its design-first approach has struck a chord with a young, aspirational consumer base. In under two years, the brand has served more than a million customers while maintaining strong unit economics and a clear path to profitability.
Offline retail now forms a key part of the growth blueprint. The company plans to operate 20 stores across India by the end of the year, strengthening its omnichannel presence and bringing its tactile, experiential format to both Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities.
360 One Asset senior fund manager Sumit Jain said, the brand is reshaping a highly fragmented category with products that combine aesthetics and function. He noted that the founders have demonstrated disciplined execution and capital efficiency while building a business that resonates with modern Indian households.
India Quotient partner Madhukar Sinha, added that the firm backed Home Essentials early after identifying a clear gap in the market for thoughtfully designed yet affordable home utilities. He said the new funding would help the company expand its catalogue and broaden its national reach.
For Home Essentials co-founder and CEO Tanishq Jain, the mission is straightforward but ambitious. He said the company aims to become the go-to destination for well-designed home and kitchen essentials, with experiential stores reinforcing what began as a strong online play.
Co-founder and chief marketing officer Divyam Jain, emphasised that winning in India’s D2C space requires more than sharp branding. A deep understanding of consumer aspiration, tight supply chain control, and operational efficiency are just as vital, he said, describing 360 ONE Asset and India Quotient as partners in building a high-performance organisation.
In a category long defined by cluttered shelves and uneven quality, Home Essentials is betting that good design, fair pricing, and disciplined execution can turn everyday living into a more polished affair.
Brands
Pee Safe ropes in Smriti Mandhana for Be In Your Comfort Zone campaign
New campaign spotlights comfort-led hygiene with a confident, candid tone
MUMBAI: Pee Safe has rolled out its latest digital campaign, ‘BeInYourComfortZone’, as it sharpens focus on comfort-led hygiene while bringing on board Smriti Mandhana as the face of its new Comfort Range.
The campaign marks a strategic step for the brand, blending product storytelling with a broader message around confidence and self-assurance. At its core, the initiative encourages women to embrace their personal space, both physical and emotional, without hesitation or apology.
Fronted by Mandhana, the campaign leans into her on-field confidence and composed persona, aligning with the brand’s positioning around ease and empowerment. The move signals Pee Safe’s intent to connect with a younger, more vocal audience that values both functionality and emotional resonance.
Speaking about the idea behind the campaign, Pee Safe founder Vikas Bagaria said, “With ‘In Your Comfort Zone,’ we wanted to move beyond functionality and highlight the emotional role comfort plays in a woman’s everyday life. It’s about recognising those small yet significant moments where discomfort can hold you back and changing that narrative.”
He added that the campaign aims to encourage women to prioritise their well-being without second thoughts. Pee Safe founder Vikas Bagaria said, “Through this campaign and our Comfort Range, we aim to empower women to choose themselves and live confidently without second-guessing their comfort.”
The brand film captures everyday scenarios where discomfort often goes unnoticed but quietly affects confidence. By presenting relatable moments, it underscores how the right hygiene choices can restore ease and control, reinforcing the idea that comfort is not indulgent but essential.
The newly launched Comfort Range includes period panties, night pads, ultra-thin pads and panty liners, each designed to cater to different phases of the menstrual cycle. The focus is on all-day comfort, protection and freshness, reflecting evolving consumer expectations in the personal care space.
With ‘BeInYourComfortZone’, Pee Safe is not just promoting a product line but also nudging a larger cultural shift. By encouraging open conversations around intimate hygiene, the brand continues to chip away at long-standing taboos while positioning comfort as a daily essential rather than a quiet compromise.
