Bazaar is where Pakistan’s Bold Ideas meet Serious Investors on National TV

Abbas Aziz By Abbas Aziz
4 Min Read

Are you ready to pitch your startup to the nation?
Bazaar, Pakistan’s most ambitious business reality show, is back, bringing game-changing founders face-to-face with the country’s top investors. Whether you’re an innovator looking for capital or an investor seeking the next big thing, Bazaar is where ideas meet opportunity.

Pakistan’s Biggest Funding Stage

Bazaar isn’t just another show, it’s a launchpad. Designed to connect entrepreneurs with strategic investors and powerful mentors, the show takes ventures from early applications to a national TV spotlight.

Important Dates to Remember:

  • July 20, 2025 – Application Deadline
    Submit your pitch and get in the running to be featured on Pakistan’s grandest business platform.
  • September to November – Mentorship Bootcamp
    Selected startups join an intense 3-month bootcamp with experts to refine business models, overcome market challenges, and perfect their pitch.
  • December 25, 2025 – Filming & Investment Rounds
    The cameras roll. Founders pitch live to seasoned investors for real funding, broadcast across the nation.
  • Early 2026 – Show Premiere on ARY Digital
    See your startup story unfold in front of millions.

Real Mentorship, Real Impact

This isn’t just about getting in front of cameras. Bazaar offers hands-on mentorship from some of Pakistan’s most successful founders and executives:

  • Ehsan Saya – MD, Daraz
  • Dr. Sara Khurram – Founder, Sehat Kahani
  • Faizan Aslam – CEO, Bookme
  • Zohaib Ali – CEO, Dastgyr
  • Saira Siddique – CEO, MedIQ
  • Myra Qureshi – CEO, Conatural Beauty
  • Ali Moeen – CEO, EZBike
  • Jarrar Shah – CEO, 24Seven
  • Taimur Malik – Founder, CourtingTheLaw
    …and many more.

These experts offer tailored feedback, strategic coaching, and a roadmap to growth.

Multiple Ways to Secure Funding

Startups in Bazaar get access to several funding tracks:

  • Capital by the Gurus
    Direct investments from influential business leaders looking to back high-impact startups immediately.
  • Paklaunch & ARY Fund
    Top startups qualify for joint funding from Paklaunch and ARY, combining media power with startup resources.
  • Upcoming Crowd Funding
    Soon, founders will also be able to access a larger community through dedicated crowd-funding campaigns.

Visibility That Drives Growth

With over 400K followers, $15M+ in funding facilitated, and 500+ global events, the Bazaar platform delivers real traction. ARY’s national reach combined with Paklaunch’s startup network offers unmatched visibility and exposure.

Get Ready to Pitch

From idea to airtime, here’s the journey:

  • June 25 – Show announced
  • July 20 – Last day to apply
  • August 14 – Finalists revealed
  • Sep–Nov – Mentorship bootcamp
  • Nov–Dec – Live filming
  • Early 2026 – National TV premiere

Apply Now – Your Big Break Awaits

This is more than a TV show, it’s a chance to raise capital, gain national exposure, and work with mentors who’ve built it all. Submit your application now and step onto Pakistan’s biggest business stage.