Laughter Chefs Unlimited Entertainment is back with a brand-new season, and fans are in for a treat. After a smashing first run, the show returns with fresh faces, exciting challenges, and double the laughter. The celebrity kitchen will once again transform into a chaotic battleground where popular stars step into the shoes of chefs, creating both delicious dishes and hilarious disasters. This season welcomes an exciting mix of returning favorites and new contestants. Among them are Vicky Jain and Ankita Lokhande, Krushna Abhishek and Kashmera Shah, Rahul Vaidya and Rubina Dilaik, Abdu Rozik and Elvish Yadav, Abhishek Kumar and Samarth Jurel, and Sudesh Lehri and Mannara Chopra.
Celebrity Chef Harpal Singh Sokhi returns as the culinary mentor, guiding these stars through their kitchen adventures while critiquing their creations. Adding her signature charm, Bharti Singh takes over hosting duties once again, ensuring the fun never stops.
Rahul Vaidya, a returning laughter chef, shared insights into what makes this season different. He believes that the heart of the show remains the same. It’s not about mastering culinary skills but about the camaraderie, hilarious kitchen mishaps, and unexpected moments that keep the audience entertained. He remarked, “We’re sticking to the heart of what makes this show a hit – simplicity, fun, and those unfiltered kitchen blunders that have you laughing out loud.”
Excited about cooking alongside Rubina Dilaik, Rahul admitted that the experience has been both enjoyable and challenging. He jokingly said that cooking with her has made him lose weight, as she is extremely disciplined and precise in the kitchen. He described their dynamic as similar to Tom and Jerry, where she follows all the rules while encouraging him to “borrow” ingredients from others. He mentioned, “Rubina’s dictionary is something else and she uses words like glycemic index and spatula so I’m trying my best to figure out what she’s saying.” He also addressed the assumption that they are rivals, clarifying that despite their differences on Bigg Boss 15, they have moved on. Life, he believes, is too short to hold grudges.
Reflecting on his previous season, Rahul confessed that he misses cooking with Aly Goni. Their brotherly bond made the experience memorable, and he admitted that the chemistry he shared with Aly cannot be replicated with Rubina. Back then, he mostly assisted by chopping and prepping, while Aly took the lead in cooking. This time, he sees it as his moment to shine, as he gets to showcase his own skills.
When asked whether the old contestants were better than the new ones, Rahul had a diplomatic take. He emphasized that this is not just a cooking show but a platform for entertainment. Every contestant brings their own brand of humor to the table, making it impossible to compare them based on cooking skills alone.
At home, however, Rahul’s role in the kitchen is quite different. He revealed that he doesn’t cook for his wife, as he is usually too exhausted by the time he returns. Instead, she is the one who prepares meals for him. He laughed about how his family teases him, joking that he shouldn’t consider himself Chef Harpal and should simply eat what’s served at home.
The show has certainly made a difference in Rahul’s life. Before joining Laughter Chefs, his cooking skills were limited to making omelets and tea. Now, he proudly claims that he can prepare dishes like pav bhaji and baingan ka bharta. More than just cooking, he has developed a newfound appreciation for food. He now understands the importance of every ingredient, whether it’s the right amount of salt, a squeeze of lemon, or a pinch of masala. This experience, he said, has transformed him from someone who merely ate food to someone who truly enjoys and savors every bite. He proudly remarked, “It’s been a journey – from clueless eater to a somewhat experienced cook.”