The initial season of Celebrity MasterChef wrapped up on April 11 in a nail-biting grand finale, naming popular TV actor Gaurav Khanna as the winner. Gaurav, who plays a character in Anupamaa, beat his top four peers, claiming the trophy, Rs 20 lakh in cash, and top-shelf kitchen gadgets.
All season long, Gaurav impressed the judges with steady performances, showing not only culinary talent but also deep emotional connection. In the final round, his signature dish impressed the judges not only with taste and presentation but also with a poignant story about how he had traveled from Kanpur. His emotional moment moved the judges to hug him when his victory was declared.
Debuting on January 27, 2025, the inaugural season had a star-studded cast and was anchored by the always-charming Farah Khan. The final episode had Nikki Tamboli finishing as the first runner-up and Tejasswi Prakash finishing third, with Faisal Shaikh and Rajiv Adatia filling the top two spots.
Panned by celebrity chefs Sanjeev Kapoor, Vikas Khanna, and Ranveer Brar, the show drove contestants to undertake difficult tasks and sophisticated meals. Gaurav impressed everyone with his creativity, technical expertise, and narration in food.
The show was an enchanting mixture of emotion, competition, and food artistry, showcasing participants such as Ayesha Jhulka, Abhijeet Sawant, Dipika Kakar, and many others. Gaurav’s victory
