Blue-eyed chai wala Arshad Khan secures 1 crore PKR on Shark Tank Pakistan for tea brand

Arshad Khan, known as the "blue-eyed chai wala," has secured 1 crore PKR on Shark Tank Pakistan for his tea brand, Café Chaiwala & Co. This marks a significant step in his transition from a viral sensation to a business owner. Khan, along with his partner Kazim Hasan, aims to offer an authentic Pakistani chai experience. Their brand is expanding, with locations in Pakistan and a new opening in London, reflecting the vibrant street culture of Pakistan. His pitch highlighted the goal of creating a unique customer experience, reminiscent of traditional "chai dhabas" where tea is a cultural staple. Khan's journey began in 2016 when a photo of him making tea went viral.