Gurugram, 23 August 2024: MobiKwik, one of India’s largest digital financial services platforms, is proud to be featured in the “Bharat Fintech Story” documentary series, produced by Edstead. This compelling series, now available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar, highlights MobiKwik’s transformative impact on India’s financial ecosystem by empowering over 150 million people across the country with digital financial products and services.

The Bharat Fintech Story is the first-of-its-kind docu-series spotlighting five fintech startups that are revolutionizing financial services in India. Among these trailblazers, MobiKwik’s journey is particularly notable, showcasing its evolution from a one-room home office to becoming the first fintech in India to achieve full-year profitability and now preparing for its debut on the stock exchange.

The documentary delves into the story of MobiKwik’s founders, Bipin Preet Singh and Upasana Taku, and their mission to simplify digital payments and promote financial inclusion for millions of Indians. Through candid interviews and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage, viewers gain insight into the challenges, achievements, and milestones that have defined MobiKwik’s journey.

One of the key highlights of the episode is MobiKwik’s relentless pursuit of bridging the digital divide, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. From simplifying everyday transactions, and effectively connecting merchants with users to offering seamless credit options, the docu-series showcases how MobiKwik continues to play a pivotal role in the financial lives of millions.

“MobiKwik’s inclusion in this series is a testament to our commitment to driving financial inclusion and empowering every Indian with digital financial services,” said Upasana Taku, Co-Founder and CFO of MobiKwik. “We are honored to share our story on such a prestigious platform and hope it inspires more entrepreneurs to create meaningful change in the world of fintech.”

The episode also highlights MobiKwik’s diverse range of products, which serve the hinterlands of India, showcasing its impact in reaching and supporting underserved regions. 

The Bharat Fintech Story on Disney+ Hotstar is a must-watch for anyone interested in the dynamic world of fintech and the future of digital financial services in India.

For more information, please visit MobiKwik’s website and catch the full documentary on Disney+ Hotstar.

Teaser – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_aNDSbc51hs

About Edstead

Edstead is a research-led documentary studio with a core focus on creating impactful docu-series on education, technology, public policy, trending conversations, and general knowledge.’The Bharat Fintech Story’ is one of their latest ventures, aimed at showcasing the transformative journey of the fintech sector in India.

About Disney+ Hotstar

Disney+ Hotstar is an online video streaming platform owned by Novi Digital Entertainment Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Star India Private Limited. Disney+ Hotstar currently offers over 100,000 hours of TV content and movies across 9 languages, and every major sport covered live. Highly evolved video streaming technology and a high attention to quality of experience across devices and platforms, make Disney+ Hotstar the most complete video destination for Over The Top (OTT) video consumers.