- MUMBAI — After a
long and twisted journey, celebrated actor Gaurav Khanna has lifted the
"Celebrity MasterChef" trophy.
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- Throughout the season, Gaurav impressed the judges and stood
out as a true culinary contender. He became one of the very few contestants to
have received Chef Ranveer Brar’s legendary knife – a symbol of ultimate
respect.
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- Gaurav Khanna expressed his contentment saying,
"Winning Celebrity MasterChef feels absolutely surreal. This show took me
completely out of my comfort zone. Being a part of Celebrity MasterChef has
been a tremendous honor, especially standing alongside legends like Chef Vikas
Khanna, a Michelin-starred genius, and Chef Ranveer Brar, a true master of his
craft—both guided and challenged us with so much grace. And of course, the
ever-inspiring Farah Khan, whose energy and encouragement kept us going.
Cooking in front of them was intense—every single day brought a new challenge
that pushed me to dig deeper and give my absolute best. And today, standing here
as the winner, I feel immense pride—not just for myself, but for everyone who
has ever been called a misfit, for everyone who fell down but chose to rise,
learn, and keep climbing until they reached the summit. It’s been an honor to
compete with such wonderful and hardworking co-contestants, who inspired me
daily with their passion and persistence. I’m deeply grateful to the audience
and fans of the show whose love and support gave me the strength and belief
that truly—nothing is impossible when you pour your heart and soul into
it."
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- Judge Vikas Khanna, who has been instrumental in guiding the
contestants, remarked, “Gaurav’s transformation on this show was remarkable. In
the beginning, I questioned whether his confidence was misplaced, but what I
witnessed over time was pure growth. His journey epitomizes the power of
learning, adapting, and never giving up. Gaurav truly earned this victory, and
I couldn’t be happier for him!”
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- Judge Ranveer Brar added, “It was amazing to witness how
these stars embraced the challenge with passion and humility. Gaurav Khanna
truly stood out in this journey, with his commitment to growth and learning
coupled with his creativity, consistency, and the soul he brought to every
dish. He surprised us time and again with his exceptional culinary skills, but
above all..his 'Zidd' and never give up attitude, which reflects his dedication
and heart. Congratulations, Gaurav—you’ve earned this title, and how!"
