Celebrity MasterChef India Episode 14, which aired on 13 February 2025 at 8 PM on Sony TV and streamed on Sony LIV, featured an intense Golden Mystery Box Challenge. Five celebrity contestants fought to save themselves from the dreaded Black Apron Challenge, where one of them could face elimination.
The episode was filled with high stakes, a surprising twist, and a showcase of culinary excellence as the contestants worked with some of the most expensive and rare ingredients in MasterChef history.
Golden Mystery Box Challenge: The Most Expensive Mystery Box Yet!
The episode began with the five celebrity contestants entering the MasterChef kitchen, knowing that only one of them would be safe, while the rest would have to compete in the Black Apron Challenge.
The three esteemed judges, Chef Vikas Khanna, Farah Khan, and Chef Ranveer Brar, unveiled the Golden Mystery Box, calling it the most expensive mystery box in the history of MasterChef India, with a total value of ₹31 lakhs!
Some of the premium ingredients inside the Golden Mystery Box included:
- Mongra Saffron
- Gucchi Mushroom
- Japanese Wasabi
- Black Truffles
- Macadamia Nuts
- Finger Limes
- Golden Leaf
Challenge Rules
- Each contestant had to use at least 5 out of the 16 ingredients provided in the Golden Mystery Box.
- The time limit was 60 minutes to prepare a MasterChef-level dish.
- The main pantry was closed, but a support pantry was available for basic ingredients.
- Only one contestant would be safe, while the other four would compete in the Black Apron Challenge the next day.
A Surprise Twist in the Middle of the Challenge!
Thirty minutes into the challenge, the judges announced a twist—a new ingredient was introduced from the Golden Mystery Box, and it was Dutch Blue Cheese!
It became mandatory for the contestants to incorporate this cheese into their dishes in some form within the remaining 30 minutes.
This unexpected twist added pressure and excitement as the celebrity chefs scrambled to modify their dishes to fit this new ingredient.
Placing a Price on Their Creations!
After the 60-minute time limit was up, the contestants plated their dishes for the judges. However, before the judges tasted them, they had to assign a price to their dish based on what they thought it was worth.
Here’s how the contestants priced their dishes:
- Tejasswi Prakash – ₹2,000
- Nikki Tamboli – ₹5,000
- Kabita Singh – ₹2,100
- Abhijeet Sawant – ₹5,000
- Rajiv Adatia – ₹1,800
The judges were intrigued by how the contestants valued their own creations and whether their pricing matched the actual quality and taste of the dishes.
Who Cooked the Best Dish?
After careful tasting, the judges announced the best dish of the day.
🥇 Winner of the Golden Mystery Box Challenge:
Tejasswi Prakash – Salmon Ceviche with Blood Orange Dressing
Tejasswi’s perfect balance of flavors, technical execution, and innovative use of ingredients impressed the judges, making her the winner of the challenge.
Who Will Face the Black Apron Challenge?
While Tejasswi Prakash earned immunity for the week, the remaining four contestants now face the risk of elimination in the Black Apron Challenge:
- Abhijeet Sawant
- Kabita Singh
- Nikki Tamboli
- Rajiv Adatia
These four will now join Dipika Kakkar Ibrahim, who had already entered the Black Apron Challenge due to her loss in the previous Liquid to Solid Challenge.
Final Thoughts: A High-Stakes Challenge!
The Golden Mystery Box Challenge in Celebrity MasterChef India Episode 14 was a true test of creativity, precision, and technique. From premium ingredients worth lakhs to unexpected twists, this episode kept viewers on the edge of their seats.
With the Black Apron Challenge set to take place in the next episode, the pressure will only increase. Who will survive the elimination round, and who will leave the competition?
Don’t miss the next episode on Sony TV & Sony LIV at 8 PM on 14 February 2025 to find out!