Celebrity MasterChef India Episode 50, which aired on 4 April 2025 at 8 PM on Sony TV and streamed exclusively on Sony Liv, turned up the heat with Part 2 of the thrilling Saransh Goila Challenge. The top 5 celebrity finalists were back in action, battling it out in the MasterChef kitchen with creative dishes and complex culinary techniques assigned to them in the previous episode.
With only a few episodes left before the grand finale, the stakes couldn’t be higher!
A Quick Recap of Saransh Goila’s Challenge
For those catching up, the Saransh Goila Challenge required each celebrity chef to elevate a signature dish of their own using a unique cooking technique. The MasterChef Pantry remained open for the entire 2-hour cooking window, allowing the chefs to improvise and get creative. And the ultimate prize? The cook with the best dish would receive a huge advantage in the upcoming challenge, potentially giving them a clear shot at the finale.
Celebrity Cooks, Dishes & Assigned Techniques
Here’s how the challenge was laid out for the top 5:
| Celebrity Cook | Dish | Cooking Technique |
|---|---|---|
| Faisal Shaikh | Ghevar | Smoky Cooking |
| Nikki Tamboli | Chicken | Dehydration |
| Gaurav Khanna | Blueberry Cheesecake | Cyphon Gun |
| Rajiv Adatia | Mohanthal | Piping |
| Tejasswi Prakash | Dried Shrimp | Emulsification |
Each celebrity had to reimagine their dish in a modern, gourmet way using these assigned techniques—no easy feat when working under time pressure and under the watchful eyes of culinary legends.
A Surprise Twist – Eliminated Contestants Return!
As if things weren’t intense enough, the judges threw a spicy surprise into the mix! Previously eliminated celebrity contestants Usha Nadkarni, Archana Gautam, and Abhijeet Sawant walked back into the MasterChef kitchen—not as competitors, but as helpers.
Each finalist was allowed to take help from one of them for five minutes only during their cooking process. This added a strategic element to the challenge—some used it for plating finesse, others for time-saving prep work.
Here’s What Each Celebrity Cooked
With the pressure building and the clock ticking, here’s what came out of the challenge:
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Faisal Shaikh prepared Mr. Ghevar 07
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Nikki Tamboli created Kharda Chicken with Rice
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Rajiv Adatia baked a Three-Tier Cake
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Gaurav Khanna presented Akanksha
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Tejasswi Prakash plated Ratnagiri
Judges’ Panel Reaction
The trio of expert judges—Chef Ranveer Brar, Chef Vikas Khanna, and Faran Khan—had a tough time deciding the winner. Each dish had a story, unique flair, and personal touch. But as always, taste, innovation, and technique ruled the final verdict.
Best Dish of the Episode – Gaurav Khanna’s “Akanksha”
Yes, it was Gaurav Khanna who took home the title of Best Dish in Celebrity MasterChef India Episode 50. His dish “Akanksha” stood out not just for its elegant plating, but also for how well he used the cyphon gun technique to enhance both texture and presentation. The cheesecake was described as “flawless” and “a blend of science and soul.”
Reward:
Gaurav earned a major advantage in the next challenge, which could put him one step closer to winning the trophy!
What’s Next?
With Gaurav gaining momentum and only a few challenges left, the tension is palpable. Will his advantage pay off in the next round? Will other celebrity cooks bounce back with redemption? One thing’s for sure—Celebrity MasterChef India is only getting more intense and entertaining from here on out.
Stay tuned for Episode 51 to see how the journey unfolds!