4 min readMumbaiUpdated: Feb 24, 2026 09:44 PM IST Shark Tank India Season 5 has witnessed over 100 pitches so far. While several entrepreneurs have impressed the judges, some have left the ‘sharks’ visibly irritated. In the latest episode, one such pitch came from the founders of mattress brand Kotson. The tension escalated after the founders questioned doctor-recommended mattresses, prompting Aman Gupta to push back strongly. Fellow sharks Kanika Tekriwal and Kunal Bahl also called out the founders for their lack of research. What is Kotson Mattresses? Kotson Mattresses is an organic latex mattress brand that is hypoallergenic and claims to offer orthopedic support and temperature regulation. The company also says its products help address sleep disorders. Founded by Krishna Priya Chava and Varshini Chava from Vijayawada, the brand was launched in June 2025 and has so far sold 90 mattresses. On Shark Tank India Season 5, the founders sought an investment of Rs 1.5 crore in exchange for 10 per cent equity, valuing the company at Rs 15 crore. Also Read: ‘Tune tamaasha kiya’: …