Affogato AI
YC S21San Francisco, US · Founded 2019 · 15 employees · 3 known investors
Affogato is an all-in-one AI studio for generating, editing, and upscaling images and video with 170+ models integrated into a single workspace. It serves creators and marketers in fashion, product photography, and advertising who need consistent character and brand representation across multiple formats and shots.
Also known as Defy · RenderNet · roverX · RoverX · Walrus
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomyDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareMarketing TechArtificial IntelligenceGenerative AIAIUnited States of AmericaAmerica / Canada
Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S21)
Affogato AI was founded in 2019 by Bhagaban Behera and Nakul Kelkar.
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Bhagaban Beherain𝕏FounderBhagaban Behera has built multiple consumer-focused startups with emphasis on marketing and cultural products. He has background in media, gaming, and cryptocurrency interests.
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Nakul Kelkarin𝕏FounderFounder of Affogato AI, which provides an integrated platform for generating, editing, and upscaling images and video. Previously launched multiple products that reached hundreds of thousands of users.
Investors · 3
Competitors · 7
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Affogato AI do?
- Affogato is an all-in-one AI studio for generating, editing, and upscaling images and video with 170+ models integrated into a single workspace. It serves creators and marketers in fashion, product photography, and advertising who need consistent character and brand representation across multiple formats and shots.
- Who founded Affogato AI?
- Affogato AI was founded by Bhagaban Behera, Nakul Kelkar in 2019.
- Who are Affogato AI's investors?
- Affogato AI's investors include Gemba Capital Venture Partners, Y Combinator, Olive Tree Capital.
- Where is Affogato AI headquartered?
- Affogato AI is headquartered in San Francisco, US.