Indian maker Lava unveiled the Shark 2, a mid‑range 5G phone, on June 10 for INR 11,999. Powered by a Unisoc T8200 processor, it ships with 4 GB RAM, 64 GB storage and a microSD slot supporting up to 1 TB. The device runs Android 16 cleanly, promising one OS upgrade and two years of security patches.

The Shark 2 sports a 6.75‑inch HD+ LCD panel refreshed at 120 Hz, with a notch housing a 5 MP front shooter. Rear photography relies on a single 13 MP sensor. Under the hood sits a 6,000 mAh battery paired with 18 W fast‑charge support, though the included adapter caps at 10 W. It retains a 3.5 mm jack, IP64 splash resistance and side fingerprint reader.

Consumers can choose between Sonar Gold and Arya Blue finishes, and the phone will appear in offline Indian retailers beginning June 10. Lava bundles a “Free Service @ Home” program to bolster after‑sales support, a move aimed at differentiating its value‑priced 5G lineup in a crowded market dominated by Chinese brands. The Shark 2 offers a full‑spec package at a sub‑₹12k price point.

By delivering 5G connectivity, a high‑refresh display, and a massive battery at under ₹12,000, Lava challenges the price‑performance expectations set by rivals like Realme and Xiaomi. If the “Free Service @ Home” resonates, the Shark 2 could boost Lava’s share in India’s fast‑growing mid‑tier segment, where consumers demand premium specs without premium cost.