USV Pharma has entered a major deal to acquire a 79% stake in Wellbeing Nutrition, one of India’s fastest-growing direct-to-consumer (D2C) supplement brands. The all-cash transaction values the company at INR 1,583 crore and marks one of the largest exits in the health and wellness startup space to date.The acquisition brings together a traditional pharmaceutical leader and a consumer wellness brand at a time when demand for health supplements and preventive care products is rising rapidly.What the USV-Wellbeing Deal Includes and How the Acquisition Is StructuredUnder the agreement, USV Pharma will buy 79% of Nutritionalab Pvt Ltd, the parent company of Wellbeing Nutrition. This includes 35% from founder Avnish Chhabria and the remaining 44% from existing investors, including Hindustan Unilever (HUL) and Fireside Ventures.The transaction is expected to be completed by 31 March 2026, subject to customary closing conditions.Founder Avnish Chhabria and Investors Score Big in Major D2C ExitWellbeing Nutrition’s founder, Avnish Chhabria, will receive a substantial payout from the sale of his stake. Reports indicate he could earn around INR 800 crore from the deal, with the option to potentially sell more of his shares over the next few years.For early investors, the acquisition represents a significant return:HUL, which… Read MoreStartupTalky- Business News, Insights and Stories
