Top 10 Angel Investors in Chennai (2025)

Last Updated: August 02, 2025

Total Investments

381

Successful Exits

27

Active Investors

161

Top Investors in Chennai

Introduction to Chennai's Investment Ecosystem

Chennai has emerged as a vibrant ecosystem for startups and angel investors. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the most active and successful angel investors in the Chennai area, based on their investment history, portfolio performance, and industry expertise.

Introduction to Chennai's Investment Ecosystem

Chennai has emerged as a vibrant ecosystem for startups and angel investors. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the most active and successful angel investors in the Chennai area, based on their investment history, portfolio performance, and industry expertise.

How We Selected Top Chennai Investors

Our rankings are based on several key factors:

  • Number of investments made
  • Successful exits
  • Industry diversity and expertise
  • Team size and experience
  • Market presence and reputation
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The Chennai Angels

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 47
Exits 3
Team Size 1
Industries Venture Capital

Background & Investment Philosophy

The Chennai Angels, an investment group, develops entrepreneurship with a focus on nurturing and mentoring new generation entrepreneurs.

Reihem Roy

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 30
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Reihem joined Omnivore in 2012. He currently runs their our Chennai. Previously, Reihem was a Portfolio Manager at the Villgro Innovations F...

Notable Investments

DeHaat
Fasal
AgNext Technologies
Arya Collateral Warehousing Services
Barrix Agro Sciences
Eruvaka Technologies
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WhileOfOne Innovation Labs

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 29
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries Venture Capital, Internet, Banking, Mobile, Consulting, iOS

Background & Investment Philosophy

WhileOfOne Innovation Labs is a Tech Venture Firm that invests in early-stage internet and mobile startups.

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TVS Capital Funds

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 27
Exits 6
Team Size 6
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

TVS Capital Funds is a capital investment firm focusing on providing management opportunities to entrepreneurs.

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Villgro

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 27
Exits 0
Team Size 7
Industries Incubators, Non Profit

Background & Investment Philosophy

Villgro is a venture capital firm specialized in incubation, seed, and early-stage social startups.

Arun Prakash

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 27
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Arun Prakash

Notable Investments

RealSavvy
Angel Ventures
Jiobit
Bonobos
Xockets
Chiron Health
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Northern Arc

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 16
Exits 0
Team Size 58
Industries Finance, Financial Services, Enterprise

Background & Investment Philosophy

Northern Arc Capital (Formerly known as IFMR Capital) is a Non-Banking Finance Company.

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Fulcrum Venture India

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 13
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries Finance, Impact Investing, Small and Medium Businesses

Background & Investment Philosophy

Fulcrum is a private equity investor founded in 2000 with a focused on the SME business opportunities.

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Anicut Capital

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 11
Exits 0
Team Size 1
Industries Financial Services

Background & Investment Philosophy

Anicut Capital is Founded by professionals who have spent credible years of their career in Commercial, Private & Investment Banking.

Lakshmi Narayanan

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Investments 10
Exits 1
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Mr. Narayanan is a technology industry professional, with over 30 years of experience in Europe, India and the United States. His leadership...

Notable Investments

Harivara
Furlenco
Grinntech
The Indus Valley
Astrome Technologies Private Limited
Dunzo

Key Findings

  • Average investments per investor: 2.4
  • Most active sectors: Financial Services, Finance, Automotive, Information Technology, Software
  • Success rate (exits/investments): 7.1%

The Future of Chennai's Investment Scene

The Chennai angel investment landscape continues to evolve and grow. These top investors have demonstrated consistent success in identifying and supporting promising startups. Whether you're a founder looking for investment or an aspiring angel investor, these individuals represent some of the most knowledgeable and active participants in the Chennai startup ecosystem.

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