We at Tapana Entertainment, are proud pioneers of the Escape Room phenomenon in India. Inspired by the global success of the concept in Malaysia around 2012–13, we introduced this immersive entertainment experience to Bangalore—India’s tech and innovation capital— laying the foundation for a new form of adventure-based leisure and team-building.
With a vision to blend storytelling, strategy, and interactivity, we personally designed a series of thematic and engaging Escape Room experiences that quickly captured the imagination of audiences across age groups. What began as a niche entertainment concept soon became a beloved activity for families, schools, corporates, and thrill-seekers alike. To date, over half a million participants have stepped into our worlds of mystery, puzzles, and fun.
Our passion for innovation and excellence led to strategic expansion across multiple cities, backed by a sharp understanding of new markets and audience needs. Through thoughtful acquisitions and integration of competitors, we strengthened our market position and broadened our reach—cementing our place as a leader in India’s interactive entertainment space.
My IT consulting career began in 1999 in North Brunswick, NJ, though I completed my schooling and college in Bangalore, India. I immersed myself in the local culture and language, adapting to the accent and nuances.
I spent many years with AT&T in Charlotte, NC, and Orlando, FL, climbing the ranks as a consultant. My journey then took me to Northwestern Mutual in Milwaukee, Seagate Technologies in Oklahoma City, and even Nairobi, Kenya. These experiences allowed me to embrace diverse cultures and meet a variety of people.
In 2015, I introduced the concept of Escape Room to Bangalore, making it the first in the city and the third in India. Our customers often praised our staff in their Google reviews more than the game experience itself, which speaks volumes about our team's quality.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I started working on my startup. After several pivots, we finally began working on Giggers.ai. We managed 60 employees, ensuring timely payments, but faced financial challenges. Despite my efforts to stabilize operations, I burned through a significant amount of money, lost my apartment, and am still repaying debt. Nevertheless, the work never ceased for even a single day.
Finding the right idea to work on is always challenging. In my case, I encountered a situation during the 2020 lockdown and decided to tackle it with the installation of smart lockers inside the gated communities. As I delved deeper into operations, I realized the widespread need for this solution.
Despite pivoting multiple times and persevering without a break, I ultimately identified the core problem we are addressing now. The startup journey is often described as a search for the right problem to solve, which is the true motivation for a real entrepreneur.
Making quick decisions is crucial for progress, even though it can be tough and sometimes wrong. The key is to never stop working. Maintaining a calm attitude and staying open to any knowledge that can help build a solution to make people's lives easier is essential.
Experience the exciting adventure with your family and friends!
You are a hobby detective yourself or have a very special idea for your date.
Are you bored and looking for new challenges?
Corporate event to build the team spirit in your company.
Founder & CEO
Manager
Game master
Game master
"This Game is Designed to give any group the experience they expect and deserve. Top Notch Innovation, Hats off to the creators"
"Had an amazing time solving challenging puzzles. The staff was friendly and the overall experience was super fun! Highly recommend this escape room!"
"It was difficult to find a game that my family and friends enjoy, but this Escape Room was the perfect solution."
The concept of Escape Rooms was started in 2011, and we introduced it in Bangalore in 2014. We were surprised to find that the city didn’t have Escape Rooms.
Address: No 12, 3rd Floor, Pragati Mansion, 1st Cross Rd, 5th Block, Koramangala, Karnataka 560034
Phone: +91 76763 72273
Email: info@escapemgm.com