Profile
Bluehill.VC is a venture capital firm based in Chennai and Bengaluru, India, focused on investing in deeptech and frontier-tech startups. It was co-founded by Manu Iyer and Sridhar Parthasarathy, offering a strong mix of technical, investment, and operational expertise. The firm comprises a diverse team known for its deep conviction in sectors that require technical differentiation and defensible intellectual property.
Bluehill.VC invests in early-stage startups from Seed to Series A, with a primary focus on sectors like energy, semiconductors, space, defence, and advanced manufacturing. Investment sizes typically range from $1 million to $2 million. The firm has a total fund size of $42 million under its debut Deeptech Fund, attracting institutional investors and family offices from India and the Middle East.
Notable investments by Bluehill.VC include Helex - a space technology company, and EtherealX - an advanced materials startup. These investments signify the firm's dedication to driving technological breakthroughs in fields that are reshaping industries globally.
Industry
Bluehill.VC Funds
| Name | Type |
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Size | AUM | Launch date |
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debut deeptech fund
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Venture Capital (VC)
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Aerospace
Industrial
Robotics
Technology
Energy
Internet of Things (IoT)
Deeptech
New materials
Defense
Semiconductors / Chips
WaterTech
Nuclear / Fusion
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Seed
Series A
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Middle East
Asia
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$1-5 m
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$42 M
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August 2026
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