This season marked the debut of Chef Vikas Khanna , who joined returning judges Chef Kunal Kapur and Chef Ajay Chopra .

The judges for Master Chef India Season 2 are a panel of renowned chefs, who bring with them years of experience and expertise in the culinary world. The judges include:

from Nagpur were crowned the winners of this season, which concluded on March 6, 2026. Historical Season 2 (2011)

Aired from , on StarPlus, the show quickly became a massive hit. It promised more intense pressure tests, a wider variety of cooking challenges, and a deeper dive into the contestants' personal journeys. The Iconic Judging Panel

1. MasterChef India – Tamil Season 2 (Current "New" Season)

You can catch the full season streaming on SonyLIV . 2. MasterChef India Hindi: Season 9 (2026 Update)

Without giving away too much if you are binge-watching, the winner of defied stereotypes. Unlike previous winners who mastered continental cuisine, the victor won with a portfolio of pure, unadulterated Coastal Karnataka cuisine .

Salma Shazia Fathima (1st runner-up) and Joseph Rozario (2nd runner-up). Key Highlights:

The current running on Sony TV is technically the second season of the Sony version . The first Sony season aired in 2022, hosted by celebrities Ranveer Brar, Vikas Khanna, and Garima Arora. Season 2 follows the same network and largely the same format but with a refreshed energy.

Chef Pooja Dhingra’s expertise in the delicate and artistic world of desserts and baking has added a new layer of sophistication to the competition. Her presence has encouraged contestants to not only master savory classics but also to push the boundaries of their creativity with sweets and pastries, a move that has significantly diversified the culinary challenges. Her passion for inspiring and mentoring budding chefs is a perfect fit for the show's spirit.

: Featured 12 participants, including runner-ups Zarina Banu and Vani Sundar. MasterChef India – Telugu Season 2

The hunt for India’s next MasterChef expanded drastically in Season 2. Audition gates opened across major hubs including Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad, attracting thousands of hopefuls.

(Season 7 winner) recently opened his restaurant, Roohani , in Guwahati in late 2024.