More than just meetups.

We host events for the startup community and open our doors for you to host yours.

Mar 7, 2026

Builders Beyond Borders - Documentary Screening

Shifu Den hosted one of the first screenings of a documentary by Curious Men Films - a film about founders building software from the most unexpected corners of India. Tier 2, Tier 3, Tier 4 cities. Stories that rarely make it to the highlight reel. The evening brought together founders and builders from the HSR Founders Club community for an intimate screening followed by a networking session. The room was full of people who saw themselves in the stories on screen - the grit, the doubt, the quiet wins, and the loneliness of the founder journey that most people don't talk about. What made the evening even more special was having Mausmi Ambastha and Manasij Ganguli in the room - two founders whose story is an integral part of the documentary itself. After the screening, founders connected, shared their own journeys, and left with more than just inspiration.

Mar 6, 2026

Backed By Alumni - NITW

A gathering of NIT Warangal entrepreneurs focused on building stronger connections, mentorship, and long-term support within the alumni founder community.

Feb 28, 2026

The Shipping Saturday ⚡

Shipping Saturday was a 10-hour build-and-ship challenge hosted at Shifu Den, HSR Layout, Bengaluru - brought to you by AI Learn Circle and Shifu Ventures. The idea was simple: stop planning, start shipping. Builders came in with ideas they had been meaning to work on, and spent the day heads down - building, iterating, and getting something real out the door by evening. The first 8 hours were pure deep work. The last 2 were for launch prep and demos. No long talks, no passive sessions - just focused builders working side by side, with fast feedback and serious energy throughout the day.

Jan 31, 2026

24 hours Launch'athon: Ideate, build, and launch your product

The 24 Hour Launch'athon was a marathon building challenge hosted at Shifu Den, HSR Layout, Bengaluru - brought to you by AI Learn Circle, HSR Founders Club, and Shifu Ventures. The premise was simple: build something, launch it publicly, and get real users to test it - all in 24 hours. No long talks, no passive sessions. Just focused builders going from idea to live product without stopping. The first 20 hours were pure building. The last 4 were for launch prep and distribution. Space, internet, and meals were taken care of - builders just had to show up with an idea and the courage to ship.

Host at the Den

Whether you are running a founder meetup, a workshop, or a community gathering. We handle the space, you bring the energy.

What you get

A comfortable space to host 30–40 people

High-speed WiFi, AV setup, and a projector for presentations

We can also help you get the right people in the room

Refreshments are on us

How it works

Fill out the formTakes less than 2 minutes

We confirm within 24hOur team reviews and gets back

You show up and hostWe handle the rest

Questions? Write to us at team@shifuventures.com

FAQs

How many people can the Den accommodate?

The Den is a comfortable space to host 30–40 people, whether it is a fireside, workshop, panel, or hackathon.

Does it cost anything to host here?

No. Every event at the Den is free, and that is by design. This is a pro bono initiative by Shifu Ventures — our way of giving back to the startup community.

What facilities are available?

High-speed WiFi, a full AV setup, and a projector for presentations. We also take care of refreshments — tea, coffee, and snacks are on us.

Can you help us get the right audience?

Yes. We can help you get the right people in the room. If your event is relevant to the founder and builder ecosystem, we will do our best to amplify it through our network.

Who is this for?

Community-led gatherings around tech, startups, and design. People who come to learn, share, and build together. If you are organizing something that brings value to the startup ecosystem, you are welcome here.

Who is this not for?

Commercial events, brand activations, corporate offsites, or private parties. The Den is built for the community, not for promotions.

Can we bring our own food?

Absolutely. You are welcome to bring food for your event. Refreshments are always on us.