Ahead of Lenskart IPO listing day, Peyush Bansal shares an emotional note ‘It feels like…’

By Admin

10 Nov, 2025

A new beginning for Lenskart
As Lenskart gears up for its much-awaited debut on Dalal Street today, founder and CEO Peyush Bansal has shared an emotional note that beautifully captures the spirit of the moment. In a heartfelt message posted on LinkedIn, Bansal described the IPO listing not as an end, but as a new beginning   “Day Zero.” His words reflect deep gratitude and excitement as Lenskart marks this remarkable milestone in its journey from a startup dream to a global eyewear powerhouse.

The emotional message: ‘It’s Still Day Zero’
“Tomorrow, Lenskart will ring the bell! To me, it doesn’t feel like an ending   it feels like Day Zero,” Bansal wrote. “I’ve tried to capture what this moment truly means for me in a letter I wrote tonight, on the eve of our listing. It’s called… It’s Still Day Zero.”

He went on to express his gratitude to teammates, customers, and everyone who believed in Lenskart’s vision. “As we begin this new chapter, I want to make India a part of this dream. If you’re wearing Lenskart glasses   today, tomorrow, or any day   take a selfie and share it with the hashtag #VisionForBillion. Let’s build this together   one frame, one smile, one vision at a time.”

#VisionForBillion: A community celebration
Peyush Bansal’s call to action has already created buzz online. Customers and fans have begun posting selfies with their Lenskart eyewear using the hashtag #VisionForBillion   turning the listing day into a collective celebration of vision, innovation, and entrepreneurship. His gesture highlights how deeply Lenskart’s success is intertwined with its loyal customer base and dedicated team.

Netizens react with pride and admiration
Social media users have poured in congratulations and shared their admiration for Bansal’s inspiring journey.
One user commented, “Peyush Bansal, really proud of how you have built Lenskart and the role model it has created for the startup ecosystem! Congrats on the big milestone!”
Another said, “Best wishes for tomorrow, Sir, and to many more years to come. More power to you and everyone at Lenskart!”

Former employees and customers also joined in the celebration. “It was incredible to be part of the Lenskart story for 6 years a truly awesome company! Wishing the entire team the best of luck with its IPO!” shared one netizen. Others praised Bansal’s vision, calling his “Day Zero” philosophy a powerful reminder that every success is just a new beginning.

Lenskart IPO details
The equity shares of Lenskart are set to list today, November 10, 2025, on both the BSE and NSE, following strong investor demand during the IPO subscription phase. The mainboard IPO was open for bids from October 31 to November 4, with allotment finalized on November 6.

Through the IPO, Lenskart raised ₹7,278.02 crore, which includes a fresh issue of 5.35 crore equity shares worth ₹2,150 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 12.76 crore shares worth ₹5,128.02 crore. The IPO was priced between ₹382 to ₹402 per share. Axis Capital, Kotak Mahindra Financial, Morgan Stanley India, Avendus Capital, Citigroup Global, and Intensive Fiscal served as book-running lead managers, while MUFG Intime India Pvt Ltd acted as registrar.

About Lenskart: Redefining vision, one frame at a time
Founded with a vision to make eyewear accessible and affordable, Lenskart today stands as one of India’s most successful homegrown brands. The company sells prescription glasses, sunglasses, contact lenses, and eyewear accessories through both online and offline channels.

As of June 2025, Lenskart operated 2,806 stores   2,137 in India and 669 across international markets. With 22 in-house brands and sub-brands, the company continues to expand its global footprint while staying true to its mission of transforming how people see the world.

A journey of dreams and destiny
As the bell rings today, Peyush Bansal’s words   “It’s Still Day Zero”   serve as a powerful reminder that success is not a finish line but a new starting point. For Lenskart, this IPO represents not just financial growth, but the continuation of a vision to empower a billion people with better sight   one frame at a time.