Masterchef india season 9
MasterChef India Season 9 Concludes
Ajinkya and Vikram Gandhe have won MasterChef India Season 9, with the finale airing on March 6, 2026, in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The season premiered on January 5, 2026, and featured a unique ‘pair or jodi format’ where contestants cooked in teams.
The Gandhe brothers, who are cafe owners from Nagpur, impressed the judges throughout the competition with their creativity and precision. The show, judged by renowned chefs Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar, and Kunal Kapur, celebrates Indian food traditions and showcases the skills of home chefs.
The first runner-up was the mother-daughter duo of Chandana and Sai Sri Rachakonda, while the second runner-up was the sisters Anju Pradhan and Manju Ojha. The Gandhe brothers received multiple spoon taps from the judges throughout the season, a testament to their culinary prowess.
The prize money for the winners is approximately ₹25 lakh, which adds to the prestige of their victory. The entire city rallied behind the brothers on social media, turning timelines into virtual cheer zones, reflecting the local support for their journey.
The grand finale episode was also a bigger treat for cooking show lovers as TV stalwart Sanjeev Kapoor joined in the fun, further elevating the excitement of the event. This season has pushed contestants to reinterpret Indian flavours with contemporary finesse, showcasing the evolution of Indian cuisine.
MasterChef India is one of India’s most popular cooking reality shows, and this season has continued to capture the imagination of viewers across the country. As the show wraps up, the impact of the Gandhe brothers’ win is expected to resonate within the culinary community.
