Event tech startup Ticket9 has recently secured funding from the well-known actress-director couple Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan. Founded by Yazhini Shanmugam (Param) and Santhos Premraj, Ticket9 aims to transform event management with its innovative ticketing and event solutions.
Investment Details and Future Plans
The exact amount of the investment has not been disclosed. Ticket9 plans to use the funds to enhance its technology and broaden its market presence. The startup is expanding its services across India and into international markets, including Dubai, to offer comprehensive event management and audience engagement solutions.
Celebrity Endorsement and Market Impact
Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan are expected to leverage their social media presence to promote Ticket9, which could provide the startup with a significant edge in the competitive event management sector. Yazhini Shanmugam, founder and CEO of Ticket9, expressed optimism about the impact of this support on their technology and market expansion efforts.
Platform Focus and Future Goals
Ticket9’s SaaS platform is designed to handle the creation, management, promotion, and monetization of live events, with future plans to enter the movie ticketing market. The startup previously raised $200,000 in a pre-seed round from various investors. Vignesh Shivan believes Ticket9 is on track to becoming a major player in the events and entertainment industry, potentially growing into a unicorn.
