Minu Margaret, the 31-year-old founder and CEO of BlissClub, has been recognized as the youngest woman to feature on the Avendus Wealth Hurun India U-35 List 2025. This prestigious list celebrates exceptional entrepreneurs and next-generation leaders under the age of 35 who are driving innovation and growth across various sectors in India.
Margaret's inclusion in the list highlights her remarkable journey and the success of BlissClub, a women's activewear brand that has rapidly gained popularity for its focus on comfort, functionality, and inclusivity.
From Fitness Enthusiast to Entrepreneur
Born on June 18, 1994, in Hyderabad, Minu Margaret's passion for fitness and sports, particularly Ultimate Frisbee, played a crucial role in shaping her entrepreneurial path. While pursuing her MBA at the Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad, she recognized a gap in the Indian market for high-quality, comfortable, and functional activewear designed specifically for Indian women's body types.
Before founding BlissClub in 2020, Margaret gained valuable experience in the corporate world, working with prominent companies such as Goldman Sachs, Wipro, Unilever, and PhonePe. These roles provided her with insights into finance, business operations, brand management, and the startup ecosystem. She also ventured into her first business, manufacturing washing machines for colleges in Bangalore. Although the project was unsuccessful, it provided valuable lessons that would later inform her approach to BlissClub.
BlissClub: Revolutionizing Women's Activewear
Driven by her personal experiences and the lack of suitable activewear options, Minu Margaret launched BlissClub with the aim of revolutionizing the women's activewear market in India. The brand focuses on creating apparel that is not only stylish but also comfortable, functional, and inclusive, catering to the diverse needs and body types of Indian women. BlissClub's commitment to quality and community building has resonated with consumers, leading to rapid growth and a strong market presence. The brand boasts a market valuation of ₹600 crore.
The Avendus Wealth – Hurun India U35 List 2025 recognizes 155 entrepreneurs, with Minu Margaret being the youngest woman on the list. Hardik Kothiya, co-founder of Rayzon Solar, is the youngest overall. The list emphasizes first-generation entrepreneurs, who comprise over 75% of the honorees. These young leaders collectively manage enterprises valued at USD 443 billion, approximately one-tenth of India's GDP.
A New Wave of Indian Entrepreneurship
The U35 List 2025 underscores the rise of a new wave of Indian entrepreneurs who are not only building successful businesses but also driving economic growth and creating employment opportunities. Companies led by these young leaders employ over 767,000 people. Bengaluru has emerged as the leading city for these ventures, followed by Mumbai and New Delhi.
Minu Margaret's journey exemplifies the spirit of innovation and determination that characterizes this new generation of Indian entrepreneurs. Her focus on solving a real-world problem, combined with her business acumen and passion for empowering women, has made her a standout figure in the Indian startup ecosystem. As BlissClub continues to grow and expand its reach, Margaret's story serves as an inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs across the country.
