Tejasswi Prakash, known for her charm and versatility, is now showcasing her culinary skills on the popular cooking reality show Celebrity MasterChef. The actress recently revealed her love for cooking in an exclusive interview. While preparing a mouthwatering sandwich, Tejasswi took a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling her late-night cooking adventures with her cousins. These moments, filled with laughter and ghost stories, are something many can relate to.
In her conversation, Tejasswi shared a fond memory of preparing “sheera” during her childhood. She described how the dish would take her back to those carefree days. She explained how she would add milk to cooled-down sheera to give it a semi-thick consistency, which made it even more delicious. The simplicity of the dish and the joy of making it with her cousins made it special for her.
She further elaborated on how her elder cousin brother played a significant role in these midnight cooking sessions. The group would often gather, tell ghost stories until the early hours, and then head to the kitchen together when hunger struck. Despite being spooked by their own tales, they would courageously whip up a batch of sheera, which, according to Tejasswi, always tasted better at night. She credited her brother for being particularly skilled at making the dish, adding that these moments strengthened their bond.
Apart from discussing her cooking memories, Tejasswi also opened up about her experience on Celebrity MasterChef. She revealed that she had prepared a dish during the show that turned out exceptionally well but refrained from disclosing what it was, maintaining the suspense. The actress admitted that the competition is intense, with celebrity participants like Gaurav Khanna, Dipika Kakar, Nikki Tamboli, and others bringing their A-game to impress judges Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar, and Farah Khan.
During the interview, Tejasswi also revisited a major fangirl moment from her early career. She fondly remembered meeting Bollywood stars Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone during the promotion of Bajirao Mastani on the set of her show Swaragini. At the time, she was playing the role of Ragini Maheshwari, a character that brought her into the spotlight.
Tejasswi shared that she was dressed in a burkha for a sequence and was frustrated because the costume kept her hidden while her favorite stars were nearby. She managed to sneak glimpses of the duo during the shoot but felt disappointed that they couldn’t see her face. She explained, “Wo poore sequence mein, mein burkha mein hu, toh Ranveer aur Deepika ne meri shakal hi nahi dekhi. So, at the end, when I took off the burkha, and I asked them ki can I get a picture with you guys, they finally saw my face. They were like, ‘you’re so pretty’.” She described her excitement and gratitude, recalling their kind words with a big smile.
Reflecting on her journey, Tejasswi expressed gratitude for her growth in the entertainment industry. From her breakout role in Swaragini to participating in reality shows like Bigg Boss 15 and Khatron Ke Khiladi 10, she has continuously challenged herself. After her notable stint in Naagin 6, she took a brief hiatus from television before making a grand return with Celebrity MasterChef.
As Celebrity MasterChef premiered on January 27, Tejasswi expressed her excitement about the new chapter. Fans eagerly anticipate her performances on the show, both for her culinary experiments and her vibrant personality. With her relatable anecdotes and passion for trying new things, Tejasswi continues to win hearts on and off the screen.