Raj Shamani's Figuring Out

India’s Sex Toy Secret: Men vs Women, VR Dolls, Pleasure & Business | Raj Armani | FO446 Raj Shamani

Dec 16, 2025
In this discussion, Raj Armani, co-founder of Besharam and an expert on India's burgeoning intimate wellness market, dives into fascinating insights about the sex toy industry. He reveals how demand has surged since 2010, driven by greater visibility and changing societal attitudes. The podcast explores the buying patterns of singles versus couples, the unique openness women have about their sexual needs, and even the fastest-growing product categories like prostate toys. Armani also touches on the blend of technology and intimacy, discussing the future of VR-integrated toys.
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INSIGHT

Men Buy More, Women Use More

  • Men account for about 63–65% of purchases but often buy for partners or gifts.
  • Women buy less by count but women-focused products (vibrators) sell more overall.
INSIGHT

Why Most Toys Target Women

  • Product variety skews female because women seek many distinct sensations and face a historical orgasm gap.
  • This created larger demand and innovation in women-focused toys.
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New Orgasm Paths For Men

  • Men's fastest-growing categories include prostate stimulators and new orgasm pathways like 'ballgasm'.
  • Innovation expands male pleasure beyond penis-only devices.
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