Companion Labs, a consumer AI company based in Bengaluru, has raised $2.5 million in a seed funding round led by Peak XV’s Surge, with participation from All In Capital, UntitledVC, DeVC, and angel investors. The startup focuses on developing interactive, entertainment-led experiences tailored for India’s diverse vernacular audiences.
The recent funding will be used to advance product development, enhance AI capabilities, and refine existing products to achieve product-market fit, as stated by Companion Labs in a press release.
Founded in early 2025 by Akshay Jhanwar and Ajit Pol, Companion Labs aims to offer rich, culturally immersive experiences by leveraging AI-powered characters and narratives. The company’s strategic focus on vernacular languages like Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Punjabi, Marathi, and Bengali underscores its commitment to catering to the aspirations of India’s digitally connected audience across Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier 4 cities.
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