Picture this: A tech whiz who’s matched millions of couples via Shaadi.com finally hears destiny’s knock on his own door. That’s the charming tale of Anupam Mittal, the sharp-witted Shark Tank India judge everyone’s crushing on, and his wife, Aanchal Kumar. While we all know him as the founder of People Group – raking in investments and dishing out no-nonsense advice on the show, his personal life is a rom-com straight out of Bollywood. Anupam was born on December 23, 1971, and he grew up in Mumbai, acing his B.Tech at St. Xavier’s College before jetting off to Boston University for an MBA in Operations and Strategic Management. He’s not just a matrimony mogul; he’s dabbled in Bollywood too, producing films like Flavors (2003) and 99 (2009). But behind the boardroom battles? Here’s his love story that proves even matchmakers need a little magic in life:
How they met
Aanchal Kumar and Anupam Mittal attend Alesia Raut and Siddhaanth Surryavanshi’s wedding reception, held at Club Millennium, Juhu, in Mumbai, on November 24, 2017.
Anupam and Aanchal’s paths crossed at a casual event, thanks to mutual friends playing Cupid. She was the stunning Chandigarh girl – born on October 24, 1979, who’d lit up ramps as a model and screens in films like Bluffmaster! and Fashion. Reality TV fans remember her bold stint on Bigg Boss 4. Instant chemistry? You bet. What started as coffee chats and dinner dates blossomed into something real. They kept it low-key – no gushing interviews, just those telltale public sightings that had fans shipping them hard. Dating through the years, they built a bond away from paparazzi glare, proving love thrives sans social media filters. For Anupam, the guy fixing desi weddings online, falling for Aanchal felt like kismet.
The grand Jaipur wedding
After years of romance, they said “yes” in style on July 4, 2013, in Jaipur. Their wedding was a multi-day extravaganza blending tradition and glamour. Their guest list included A-listers like Manish Malhotra, Wendell Rodricks, Rocky S, Mugdha Godse, Manoj Tiwari, Zaheer Khan, and Yuvraj Singh who turned it into a star-studded bash. It was 2013’s wedding whisper-network gold – elegant, fun, and utterly them.
Family life
Fast-forward, and the Mittals are parents to the adorable Alyssa Mittal, their bundle of joy who arrived a few years post-wedding. Social media’s their scrapbook, Anupam and Aanchal’s feeds overflow with her giggles, travels, and milestone moments. After embracing motherhood, Aanchal is now focusing on family after her showbiz days. Meanwhile, Anupam, the ever doting dad, balances Shark Tank deals with playdates. Their daughter’s the cherry on top, humanising the man who helps others find their life partner.Anupam’s journey, from Mumbai schoolboy to global investor – shows his grounded rise. And Aanchal complements it perfectly with her fierce, fabulous, and family-first approach. Their story is a reminder that amid startups and spotlights, real love sneaks up quietly, then celebrates loudly. In a world of swipes and algorithms, their love feels refreshingly destined.
