Ananta Capital Takes Majority Stake In D2C Deodorant Brand Phitku

PE firm Ananta Capital has acquired a majority stake in Phitku, the alum-based natural deodorant brand, with founders retaining a partial holding. The brand — profitable within 14 months and serving 6 Lakh customers — is targeting ₹300 Cr ARR and 4-5X growth over the next two years.

— Filed Wed, 1 Jul, 2026, 06:14 IST · Source Inc42 · Buzz · Updated

PE firm Ananta Capital acquired a majority stake in D2C personal care brand Phitku, maker of alum-based natural deodorants. Founders retain partial stake. Brand targets ₹300 Cr ARR and 4-5X growth over two years.

Why this matters

The deal marks PE firm Ananta Capital's entry into Phitku's cap table, backing an alum-based natural deodorant brand that reached profitability in 14 months and now eyes aggressive ₹300 Cr ARR scaling.

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