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Legend of Toys raises ₹21 crore in pre-Series A funding to expand global play brand

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Date
Company
Legend of Toys
What it does
premium remote-controlled toys for global collectors
Kind
Funding
Amount
₹21 Cr
Stage
Pre-Series A
Founded
2024
Sector
Commerce & Consumer Brands

What they do

Legend of Toys makes high-quality remote-controlled toys with character-driven stories for children and collectors

What happened

The company raised ₹21 crore in a pre-Series A round to expand into new product categories and global markets

Why it matters

It has achieved ₹30 crore annualised revenue in 18 months of operations with 20% monthly growth and unit-economics-positive sales

The details

  • Legend of Toys raised ₹21 crore in a pre-Series A funding round to expand its global premium toy brand.
  • The funding was led by Singularity Early Opportunities Fund and included participation from Veltis Capital, Enzia Ventures, DeVC, Atrium Angels, and Stride.
  • The company plans to use the funds to expand into new product categories, strengthen manufacturing, scale consumer marketing, and build a global presence.
  • Legend of Toys is focused on creating a character-driven play universe with storytelling, collectibility, and immersive consumer experiences.
  • Its current product lineup includes remote-controlled drift cars, off-road trucks, and high-speed RC vehicles priced between ₹1,599 and ₹8,799.
  • The startup claims to have achieved ₹30 crore annualised revenue in 18 months of operations with 20% month-on-month growth.
  • It has a unique 'repair-not-replace' model offering free lifetime service to build long-term consumer relationships.

The bigger picture

  • India's toy industry is shifting from low-cost imports to premium, story-driven products with higher quality and global appeal.
  • Government initiatives like the Toys Quality Control Order and the National Action Plan for Toys are promoting domestic manufacturing and innovation.
  • The rise of D2C commerce and digital communities is enabling brands to build deeper relationships with niche consumer audiences.
  • India's toy exports increased by 239% between FY2014-15 and FY2022-23, creating opportunities for domestic brands.

About the business

  • Legend of Toys is a direct-to-consumer brand focused on creating a character-driven play universe with storytelling, collectibility, and immersive experiences.
  • The company's product lineup includes remote-controlled drift cars, off-road trucks, and high-speed RC vehicles.
  • Its products are priced between ₹1,599 and ₹8,799, targeting both children and the growing 'kidult' collector community.
  • Each toy is designed with character backstories, adventure-driven narratives, and collectible elements to encourage repeat engagement.
  • The startup offers a free Lifetime Service program to repair products rather than replace them, building long-term consumer relationships.

What happens next

  • Expand into new play categories, including DIY and adjacent categories.
  • Scale manufacturing and sourcing operations.
  • Strengthen consumer marketing and build digital presence across India and global markets.
  • Grow its kidult collector community.
  • Position itself as a globally recognized Indian toy brand capable of competing in international markets.

The deal

Type
funding

Investors

  • Singularity Early Opportunities Fund (lead) — A venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in technology and consumer startups.
  • Veltis Capital (participated) — A venture capital firm investing in high-growth startups with strong founder-market fit.
  • Enzia Ventures (participated) — A venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in consumer and technology startups.
  • DeVC (participated) — A venture capital firm investing in deep-tech and consumer startups.
  • Atrium Angels (participated) — A network of angel investors and early-stage venture capital firms.
  • Stride (participated) — A venture capital firm investing in early-stage startups with scalable business models.

Founders

  • Afshaan Siddiqui, co-founder
  • Vinay Jaisingh, co-founder

About Legend of Toys

Product
Remote-controlled cars, trucks, and narrative play lines with character-led universe and accompanying stories
Customers
Children, enthusiasts, and collectors seeking premium, story-driven toy experiences
How it makes money
D2C direct sales with premium pricing and repair-not-replace lifetime service model
What sets it apart
Character-driven play universe with storytelling, community engagement, and product support differentiating from traditional toys

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