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Revant Himatsingka thanked Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath for believing in him and extending help during a difficult time.
Revant Himatsingka left his US job to create Food Pharmer. (Photo Credits: X)
At a time when health influencers have been trending online, an individual came forward with a unique blend of humour and truth, creating ripples with his take on the food industry. Also known as Food Phamer, Revant Himatsingka’s journey from a high-paying job to becoming a social media informant wasn’t an easy one. After losing almost everything over quitting a Rs 2 crore LPA job to fight the practice of misleading food marketing in India, Revant got help from the most unexpected source. It was none other than Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath.
Back in 2023, Revant left his high-paying US job to return to India and decided to expose the deceptive practices with his witty style. However, the decision came with some after-effects—legal notices, zero income and burnout. Taking to his X handle, Revant shared a long post, detailing the particular phase of his life and how the Zerodha co-founder came to his aid. “When I was nearly broke, battling lawsuits, and questioning everything—Nithin Kamath offered to help me out. I had quit my job in the US, wasn’t doing food brand deals, and I had 8 legal notices. That’s when I met @Nithin0dha at an event in December 2023,” he wrote.
When I was nearly broke, battling lawsuits, and questioning everything—Nithin Kamath offered to help me out.I had quit my job in the US, wasn’t doing food brands deals, and I had 8 legal notices. That’s when I met @Nithin0dha at an event in December 2023.
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— Revant Himatsingka “Food Pharmer” (@foodpharmer2) May 29, 2025
He recalled Kamath advising him not to worry and even extending financial help if needed. “I asked him, “How much equity would you want if you help me?” He smiled and said, “None. I don’t want anything. I just want to support you.” I was stunned. I wasn’t a close friend. In fact, I had never met him before,” Revant shared a part of their conversation. Noting that they weren’t close friends, Revant believed it was just the belief that he was doing the right thing.
“In a world obsessed with ROI, here was someone who reminded me that true wealth is in character. I ended up not taking the money, as I want to try to create a sustainable source of income rather than relying on donations or contributions,” he wrote towards the end, further expressing gratitude for Kamath’s support and inspiration.
Social media users quickly took to the comment section and shared their heartwarming reactions. Many appeared impressed with Kamath’s supportive gesture. As of now, while FoodPharmer continues to lead his battle against misleading food marketing, he has not forgotten to appreciate a small gesture that gave him a renewed sense of purpose.
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