by The grand culinary journey of Season 1 came to a spectacular end in Celebrity MasterChef India Episode 55, which aired on 11 April 2025 at 8 PM on Sony TV and Sony Liv.
In this heartwarming and high-stakes finale, the remaining five celebrity cooks delivered their final dishes in the Two-Course Signature Meal Challenge, hoping to impress the star-studded judging panel—Chef Vikas Khanna, Farah Khan, Chef Ranveer Brar, and special guest Chef Sanjeev Kapoor—and take home the Celebrity MasterChef India Trophy and the coveted Chef Coat.
Grand Finale Part 2 Begins with High Culinary Stakes
The episode picked up where the previous one left off, with the top 5 finalists—Gaurav Khanna, Nikki Tamboli, Tejasswi Prakash, Rajiv Adatia, and Faisal Shaikh—working under intense pressure to deliver their Main Course and Dessert within the 3-hour challenge window.
Quick Recap of Challenge Rules:
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Contestants must prepare a Main Course and a Dessert.
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3-hour total time with Main Course to be served at 2 hours, and Dessert at the end of 3 hours.
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The MasterChef Pantry remained open throughout the challenge.
With the finish line in sight, each finalist brought their unique story and flavours to the plate in an effort to win over the judges.
Main Course Presentations – Flavours of Innovation
As the first 2-hour time limit concluded, the finalists presented their Main Course creations:
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Faisal Shaikh – Haleem Crown Bread
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Nikki Tamboli – Kismat Ki Potli
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Gaurav Khanna – Dakshin Bharat
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Rajiv Adatia – Thepla Ka Pani Puri
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Tejasswi Prakash – Salt Baked Rawas Fish
Each dish told a story—from culture-inspired twists to family-rooted emotions, the main course round was a flavourful ride showcasing the personal growth of each contestant.
Dessert Round – Sweet Endings to a Sweet Journey
With just one hour remaining, the focus shifted to Dessert. Finalists worked tirelessly to deliver a perfect sweet finish to their two-course meal:
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Rajiv Adatia – Basundi Tres Leches Cake
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Faisal Shaikh – Yaadein
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Nikki Tamboli – Khandeshi Mutton
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Gaurav Khanna – The Lust
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Tejasswi Prakash – Black Swan
From elegance to emotion, the desserts ranged from fusion creations to bold and innovative presentations. The tension in the room was palpable as the judges began tasting.
Final Results & Grand Rewards Announced!
After careful tasting and deliberation, the results were finally announced, and emotions ran high as the journey came full circle.
🏆 Final Rankings & Rewards:
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Gaurav Khanna – Winner
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Rewards: MasterChef Trophy, Chef Coat, ₹20 Lakhs Prize Money, Bosch Steam Oven, Bosch Hob, and Bosch Mixer Grinder
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Nikki Tamboli – First Runner-Up
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Rewards: Bosch Steam Oven and Bosch MaxFlex Fridge
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Tejasswi Prakash – Second Runner-Up
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Rewards: Bosch Dish Washer and Bosch Mixer Grinder
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Rajiv Adatia – 4th Place
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No additional rewards
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Faisal Shaikh – 5th Place
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No additional rewards
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A Heartfelt End to a Delicious Season
With his creative blend of tradition and technique, Gaurav Khanna claimed the prestigious title of India’s first-ever Celebrity MasterChef. From handling pressure to crafting artistic plates, his journey won the hearts of fans and judges alike.
As confetti rained down and Gaurav donned the Chef Coat, the season concluded on an emotional, joyful, and celebratory note. Every contestant brought passion and flair, and while only one could win, they all walked away with incredible memories and personal growth.
Thank you for joining this flavourful journey. Until next season, keep cooking and keep dreaming big!
