After navigating a challenging couple of years, Mohalla Tech, the parent company of popular social media platforms ShareChat, Moj, and QuickTV, is now on a clear path toward profitability. The Bengaluru-based unicorn significantly improved its financial health in FY25, slashing its adjusted EBITDA loss by an impressive 72% year-on-year—from ₹793 crore in FY24 to ₹219 crore in FY25.
This drastic improvement wasn’t driven by a revenue surge, but rather by strategic cost optimization and tighter operational controls. Revenue for FY25 remained flat at ₹723 crore, signaling a deliberate decision by the leadership to prioritize unit economics over short-term topline expansion.
Strategic Pause to Fix the Fundamentals
According to Manohar Charan, CFO of Mohalla Tech, the decision to maintain flat revenue was part of a broader plan. “We intentionally slowed down revenue growth to focus on optimizing our cost structures and improving operational efficiency,” Charan said. “This positions us much better for sustainable growth going forward.”
This strategic pause allowed the company to recalibrate and build a stronger foundation for future expansion. Despite a static revenue figure, the reduced losses are a major win for Mohalla Tech, indicating enhanced productivity, better resource allocation, and smarter investment decisions.
Eyes on Profitability and Growth in FY26
With a leaner cost structure and profitability within sight, Mohalla Tech is now projecting a robust 30% year-on-year revenue growth in FY26. The company plans to leverage its diversified digital portfolio—ShareChat, short-video platform Moj, and the recently launched QuickTV—to achieve this target.
The primary revenue drivers going forward will be:
- Advertising (AdTech)
- Live-streaming monetization
- Subscription-based offerings
These verticals are already showing promising traction and are expected to scale further with the company’s renewed focus on monetization and engagement.
ShareChat, Moj, and QuickTV: A Diversified Bet on Indian Social Media
Mohalla Tech’s ecosystem addresses different user needs within the Indian internet landscape:
- ShareChat caters to vernacular content consumption and social interaction across regional languages.
- Moj competes in the short-video space against players like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.
- QuickTV, a newer addition, focuses on offering bite-sized, engaging video content, possibly tapping into the growing demand for mobile entertainment.
This multi-platform strategy allows the company to cross-leverage audiences and create bundled offerings for advertisers and users alike.
The Road Ahead
Mohalla Tech’s focus on cost efficiency, product diversification, and user monetization is beginning to bear fruit. If current trends continue, FY26 could mark the company’s first profitable year—an important milestone not just for the company but for India’s broader startup ecosystem.
With a clear roadmap, strong leadership, and a growing digital user base, ShareChat and its sister platforms are poised to redefine what sustainable growth looks like for Indian tech unicorns.
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