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'It's humiliating:' Shark Tank India 4 panelists Namita Thapar and Kunal Bahl reveal being bullied in school over weight


Published on 2025-03-05 16:23:13 - MSN
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  • One of the pitches on Shark Tank India 4 today (March 5) was a fitness app, Fitelo, founded by Mehakdeep Singh and Sahil Bansal. The founders personally struggled with losing weight, and their fitness journey inspired them to design this health and wellness app that understands the psychology of individuals on their weight loss journey.

The article from MSN discusses how Namita Thapar and Kunal Bahl, panelists on "Shark Tank India 4," shared their personal experiences with bullying during their school years due to their weight. Namita Thapar, the Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals, recounted being called "Mota Haathi" (fat elephant) and how these experiences have shaped her into a more empathetic person. Similarly, Kunal Bahl, co-founder of Snapdeal and Titan Capital, spoke about being bullied for his weight, which led to him becoming more introverted. Both emphasized the lasting impact of such bullying, with Namita advocating for a more inclusive environment for children, highlighting the emotional scars left by such experiences.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-in/health/other/it-s-humiliating-shark-tank-india-4-panelists-namita-thapar-and-kunal-bahl-reveal-being-bullied-in-school-over-weight/ar-AA1Ak7Oy ]
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