Celebrity MasterChef may have wrapped up, but its magic still lingers. The show’s debut season with celebrities stepping into the kitchen caught everyone’s attention. Viewers loved watching their favourite stars swap scripts for spatulas.
Gaurav, best known for his role in the popular television show Anupamaa, lifted the trophy, took home ₹20 lakh in cash, and earned the coveted Chef’s coat. His journey wasn’t smooth, though. In fact, it started on a rather embarrassing note. His very first dish turned out so bad that Farah Khan, the show’s host, had to spit it out. That moment became one of the most talked-about incidents of the season. From there, Gaurav worked hard, improved every week, and slowly built a reputation as one of the strongest contenders. By the finale, he was unbeatable.
After his big win, fans wasted no time in celebrating. Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages and creative video edits. One particular video quickly went viral. Viewers took a scene from Anupamaa, where Rupali Ganguly’s character wins a cooking competition, and merged it with Gaurav’s actual winning moment on Celebrity MasterChef. The striking similarity between reel and real left everyone amazed.
Reacting to the viral edit, Gaurav shared his thoughts during an interview. He admitted that it felt surreal to watch that video. In his words, “It is so ironic. I never thought it that way.” He explained how, at the time of shooting that Anupamaa scene, he never imagined he would live the same moment for real. “That day when we were shooting that scene, I never thought that I will do that in real life,” he added.
Gaurav spoke openly about how different reality is from acting. He described real life as tough and unpredictable, unlike a controlled set where scenes can be re-shot. Yet, he found the experience deeply fulfilling. He even joked that now if a role for a chef comes his way, he would be able to do justice to it. “Now, I can technically say that I am also a chef,” he laughed.
Reflecting on how life sometimes feels like a complete circle, Gaurav added, “In Anupamaa, the protagonist won and in real, I won it. Again, life is a miracle circle.” Fans loved hearing him say that. His humble, grounded attitude after such a victory made the win feel even more special for his supporters.
Celebrity MasterChef turned out to be much more than just a cooking show. For now, Gaurav Khanna’s win remains the highlight. From a disastrous first dish to earning the title, his story is one of resilience, growth, and unexpected miracles, both on screen and off it.
