Ticket9 has successfully secured an undisclosed amount of funding from South India’s acclaimed actress Nayanthara and renowned director Vignesh Shivan. Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan also joined as strategic investors.
The new funding will be used to enhance Ticket9’s technological infrastructure and expand its market presence.
This investment follows Ticket9’s earlier pre-seed round, where it raised $200,000 from prominent investors.
Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan’s involvement is anticipated to significantly enhance Ticket9’s visibility and accelerate its growth in key markets, positioning the company as a leader in the event tech and entertainment industry, both in India and beyond.
Their brand value and industry insights are expected to provide Ticket9 with a competitive edge in the ever-evolving entertainment and event management space.
“We are thrilled to have Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan on board as strategic investors. Their expertise and influence will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and expand our offerings,” said Yazhini Shanmugam, co-founder of Ticket9.
“Ticket9 is well on its way to becoming a dynamic player in the events and entertainment space, and I have no doubt it will grow into a unicorn. I truly believe in its potential, and together we can soar with this user-friendly platform, making a significant impact in both the entertainment industry and the event space,” added Director Vignesh Shivan.
Ticket9, an innovative event tech startup founded by Yazhini Shanmugam and Santhos Premraj, offers a robust SaaS platform that empowers event organizers to create, manage, promote, and monetize events of any scale. Currently focused on live events, Ticket9 streamlines event management processes, driving revenue growth while helping attendees discover personalized events in their vicinity.
