Helium, a Bengaluru-based real estate rental management startup, has successfully raised ₹5 crore (approximately $600,000 USD) in its first funding round. The investment comes from a group of notable figures including Kunal Shah (founder of Cred) and Albinder Dhindsa (cofounder and CEO of Blinkit). Founded in January 2025 by Sahil Ludhani and Ashutosh Tandon, Helium aims to streamline the rental process by leasing homes directly from owners and paying full security deposits upfront. This model allows tenants to rent properties while linking their deposit to their credit profile. The startup currently operates in Whitefield, a major IT district in Bengaluru, and plans to expand into select micro-markets across the city. The funding will be primarily allocated to product development and marketing strategies to deepen its market presence. With growing investor interest in the property-tech sector, Helium is positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for innovative rental solutions.