Perplexity AI Tops Global App Charts, Beating ChatGPT and Gemini
Perplexity AI, an Indian-founded knowledge platform, has claimed the #1 spot on both the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, surpassing established giants like ChatGPT and Gemini.
Key Takeaways
- Perplexity AI is now #1 on both Google Play and Apple App Stores.
- Founder Aravind Srinivas from Tamil Nadu is India’s youngest billionaire.
- The app blends search, chat, and productivity tools in one platform.
- This marks a significant shift for India from tech service hub to product innovator.
What is Perplexity AI?
Perplexity is an AI-powered search engine assistant that offers a unified experience by blending search, chat, and productivity tools. It functions as a combination of search engine, chatbot, and research assistant.
Founder’s Remarkable Success
Aravind Srinivas became India’s youngest billionaire after debuting on the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025 released on 6 October 2025. According to the list, Srinivas has a net worth of ₹21,190 crore.
His entry into the billionaire ranks places him among other young Indian entrepreneurs including Zepto founders Kaivalya Vohra and Aadit Palicha, Ritesh Agarwal of OYO, Rohan Gupta of SG Finserve, Shashvat Nakrani of BharatPe, and Trishneet Arora of TAC Security.
India’s Tech Evolution
This achievement marks a major evolution for India, which has historically been celebrated for its tech talent but often viewed primarily as a service hub. Perplexity AI’s chart-topping performance demonstrates the country’s growing capability in creating world-class digital products.
Another Homegrown Success: Arattai
In a related development, India’s homegrown messaging platform Arattai has reached the top of the Social Networking category on the App Store. The Zoho Corporation-developed platform announced this achievement on its official X account, thanking users for their support.
The announcement comes during extraordinary growth, with daily sign-ups skyrocketing from 3,000 to 350,000 per day in just three days – a staggering 100-fold increase, reflecting growing calls for homegrown digital solutions.
