Venture capital firm Bessemer secures successful exit as one of its portfolio companies lands fresh investment from a different financier
Bessemer Venture Partners Achieves Blockbuster Returns with India-Focused Fund
Silicon Valley venture capital firm Bessemer Venture Partners has made a significant mark in India's venture capital sector, achieving blockbuster returns from its India-focused fund. The success story unfolds following the launch of its $350 million India fund in early 2025, with one of its portfolio companies securing a significant exit through new investor backing.
Three years ago, Bessemer Venture Partners joined top global investors like Accel and Lightspeed Venture Partners in establishing a dedicated India fund. The favorable macroeconomic backdrop and the increasing quality and maturity of Indian startups exhibiting sustainable business models and clear paths to profitability have contributed to these notable exits.
This success aligns with a broader uptick in Indian venture capital fundraising and exits in 2025. India raised $3.2 billion, surpassing 2024’s $2.7 billion, and improving exit opportunities, including IPOs and secondary market activities.
While specific figures of the returns from individual exits are not available, the term "blockbuster" connotes very high multiples, which for VC funds typically means several times the invested capital, often in the 3x–10x range or higher.
Bessemer Venture Partners is not alone in its success. Accel and Lightspeed Venture Partners, global peers of Bessemer Venture Partners, have also been active in India's venture capital scene.
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- The success of Bessemer Venture Partners' India-focused fund, which achieved blockbuster returns, is a testament to the lucrative opportunities in investing in Indian businesses, particularly those with well-structured plans that align with technology advancements.
- With the increased focus on technology-driven businesses and the growing maturity of startups in India, venture capitalists like Bessemer Venture Partners, Accel, and Lightspeed Venture Partners are exploring investment opportunities in finance and various other sectors, seeking promising businesses that offer high returns.
