Celebrity MasterChef: Gaurav Khanna recalls wearing the kada as his mother's blessings; Ranveer Brar recalls how he would ward off his son's fears with the same

The latest episode of Celebrity MasterChef was a rollercoaster of emotions, fierce competition, and heartwarming camaraderie. This time, the stakes were even higher as the top home cooks went head-to-head with seasoned professional chefs in a high-pressure cook-off. Adding to the excitement were special guests Gaurav Malhotra, Ishjyot Suri, Reena Samby, and the ever-charismatic Chunky Panday, who lit up the MasterChef kitchen with his infectious energy and trademark humor. It was an episode filled with passion, laughter, and some unforgettable culinary moments.

While Gaurav Khanna was busy cooking, Chef Ranveer Brar asked him that his kada was shining brighter than before. Gaurav said, 'This isn't just a kada, it's my lucky charm. My maa had given it to me. I have been wearing it since my childhood. There are days when you feel out of place or aren't having a good day, the kada reminds me that my maa's blessings are around."

Ranveer then added, "My son Ishaan, he used to get very scared. So we took him to the gurdwara and got him the kada. We took the kada around the gurdwara and gave it to him. So now, at night, he checks his kada and feels relieved. These things are powerful because of the emotions connected to it."

Further, Nikki Tamboli charmed with her wit during a playful exchange with Chunky Panday. A sweet moment followed when judge Farah Khan spotted a personalized mug from Nikki’s rumored beau, Arbaz, sent as a good luck charm. Chunky’s humorous visit to Faisu’s station also sparked laughs as he joked about finding a guy—not for Ananya, but his restaurant. As the finale nears, contestants like Nikki, Gaurav Khanna, Tejasswi Prakash, Faisal Shaikh, and Rajiv Adatia continue to wow with creativity, making the show a delightful blend of food and emotion.