Cafe chain Alienkind has raised $3.2 million in a pre-Series A funding round to support its expansion across India, the company announced. Founded in 2024 by Vikram Kakkireni and Abhishek Kumar, Alienkind currently operates eight outlets, with five in Bengaluru and three in Delhi. The startup plans to open four more outlets in the coming month as part of its growth strategy, according to inc42.com.
The funding round included participation from Super.Money founder Prakash Sikaria, Flipkart senior VP Ravi Iyer, and Bain & Company’s global head of innovation Arpan Sheth. Alienkind said the fresh capital will be used to expand its footprint into new markets and fuel its next phase of growth. The brand focuses on creating immersive retail spaces and community-led experiences, offering a sci-fi-inspired menu with superfood-based beverages, layered fruit drinks, burgers, and sandwiches.
Alienkind is positioning itself as a design and culture-led cafe brand targeting Gen Z and young consumers, differentiating itself from conventional food and beverage chains. The startup aims to scale its offline presence to 100 stores across India’s key cities by fiscal year 2028. It is also on track to achieve an annual recurring revenue of $10 million by the end of fiscal year 2027, reflecting strong growth potential in the cafe segment.
The company’s expansion plans include opening four new outlets over the next month, adding to its current eight locations. Alienkind’s focus on immersive retail and category-defining products aligns with its goal to build a community-driven brand for younger consumers, according to inc42.com.