India’s Top 10 Women Influencer-Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2025
In 2025, India’s entrepreneurial narrative is being reshaped by a new kind of founder: the influencer. These influencers are going beyond just making content. They are using their dedicated followers, unique skills, and strong personal brands to create businesses that can grow big and attract investors. Whether it’s launching beauty products, starting fashion brands, or creating fintech tools and wellness projects, these influencer-founders are redefining the roles of creators and CEOs.
This blog highlights some of the leading influencer-entrepreneurs in India. They are not just succeeding online; they are also building brands that connect with culture, meet what consumers want, and show serious business skills.
Top Influencer-Entrepreneurs Redefining Entrepreneurship in India (2025)
All the women influencer-entrepreneurs featured below have also been recognized in the 2025 Hurun India Influencer-Founders List, which showcases India’s top creators who are successfully building high-impact businesses from their digital presence.
1. Mrunal Panchal- MRUCHA Beauty
Leading the pack in 2025, Mrunal Panchal stands out as India’s most followed woman influencer-founder with 5.5 million Instagram followers. Through her brand MRUCHA Beauty, she’s redefining clean and cruelty-free cosmetics for Indian consumers, proving that digital influence can powerfully translate into authentic entrepreneurship.
2. Diipa Khosla- Indē Wild
With 2.4 million Instagram followers, Diipa Khosla is a trailblazer in influencer entrepreneurship. As the founder of indē wild, she expertly blends Ayurvedic wisdom with modern skincare science, creating a brand that resonates globally. Based in Amsterdam, Diipa is also known for her digital activism through the Post for Change Foundation and became the first Indian-born influencer to grace the Cannes red carpet.
3. Diksha Arora- English Compiled and Dikshaarora.com
Diksha is a trusted interview coach and entrepreneur based in Kolkata. With an LLB degree from the University of Delhi, Diksha empowers job seekers nationwide by sharing practical career advice and effective strategies, helping many navigate the competitive job market with confidence.
4. Dolly Jain- Dolly Jain Innoworks
Dolly Jain, founder of Dolly Jain Innoworks, is a renowned saree draping expert and stylist celebrated for her innovative and artistic draping techniques. Hailing from Kolkata, she has transformed traditional saree styling into a modern craft, influencing fashion enthusiasts and brides alike across India.
5. Neha Nagar-Nehanagar.com
Neha Nagar, 30, is based in Noida and has built a strong following of 1.9 million on Instagram. She runs Nehanagar.com, a platform dedicated to simplifying financial literacy through engaging and easy-to-understand digital content. Neha empowers her audience to make smarter financial decisions by breaking down complex money topics.
6. Richa Gangani- Richa Fitness Lab
Richa Gangani is a 29-year-old fitness and wellness influencer from Udaipur with a dedicated community of 1.6 million followers. She founded Richa Fitness Lab, where she offers personalized nutrition plans and health transformation guidance. Through her relatable content and expert advice, Richa motivates her audience to adopt sustainable fitness and wellness habits.
7. Ishita Saluja- Ishita Saluja Image Consultancy
Ishita Saluja is a 36-year-old influencer and entrepreneur based in Gurugram with 1.5 million followers. She is the founder of Ishita Saluja Image Consultancy and co-founder of Kynaa, a multi-designer store. Ishita has empowered over 10,000 women through personal styling and confidence-building workshops, blending her digital influence with impactful entrepreneurship.
8. Masoom Minawala- MasoomMinawala.com
Masoom Minawala is a 31-year-old global fashion entrepreneur from Mumbai with 1.3 million followers. She runs MasoomMinawala.com and has collaborated with top international luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Dior. Masoom seamlessly blends her influencer presence with entrepreneurial success on a global stage.
9. Rachana Ranade- Rachana Ranade & Associates
Rachana Ranade, a 38-year-old Chartered Accountant from Pune, is the founder of Rachana Ranade & Associates. With over 5 million YouTube subscribers, she has become a leading financial educator, trusted by millions for her clear and practical financial literacy content.
10. Himani Chowdhary-Financial Vines
Himani Chowdhary, aged 30 and based in Delhi, founded Financial Vines—a digital platform providing real-time market updates and personal finance tools. Her content breaks down complex investment and tax topics into simple, actionable advice for everyday investors.
What Lies Ahead for Influencer-Founders in 2025?
Entering 2025, influencer-founders show that running a successful business takes more than just follower counts. Building real connections and strong communities matters more. These creators are transforming the way entrepreneurship operates by leveraging their online presence to establish brands that resonate with everyday people.
Going forward, blending creativity with business skills will keep pushing growth in areas like beauty, wellness, fintech, and fashion. As more brands and investors notice their value, influencer-founders will shape India’s next big wave of entrepreneurial ideas.
Wrapping It Up
Influencer-founders are reshaping entrepreneurship in 2025, and their role in India’s business landscape is becoming increasingly significant. To connect with audiences in a real way, brands need to approach this fast-changing space with a mix of understanding and caution.
This is where we at Vavo Digital step in—crafting honest partnerships between brands and influencer-founders. By prioritizing real stories and the right audience fit, we help brands tap into the true power of this growing entrepreneurial movement. Let’s connect and get you started.