Remember that blue-eyed handsome young ‘chai wala’ or tea seller from Pakistan who become an internet sensation after a local photographer posted his picture on social media? After achieving success as an entrepreneur, now Arshad has secured a major business deal of Rs10 million on Shark Tank Pakistan.
Presenting his tea business idea to a panel of investors, Arshad’s passion, dedication, and clear vision for the future captivated them, resulting in this remarkable investment.
In 2016, Arshad Khan, who was 18 at the time, was photographed pouring tea at Islamabad’s Sunday Bazaar by photographer Javeria Ali.
Thousands of X(formerly Twitter) users quickly shared the picture, swooning over his piercing eyes, and #ChaiWala began trending across social media.
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Days later, Mr Khan shot his first modelling campaign.
In 2021, Arshad set up a café in East London’s Ilford Lane. The area is known for its diverse community, rich history and well-built transportation links.
