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Celebrity MasterChef: From her family being against her dreams to getting recognised by PM Modi; Kabita Singh’s inspiring journey

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Mar 3, 2025, 22:10 IST
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Celebrity MasterChef: From her family being against her dreams to getting recognised by PM Modi; Kabita Singh’s inspiring journey

From facing opposition to following her dreams to being recognized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Kabita Singh’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Once a homemaker balancing household chores and parenting, she turned her passion for cooking into a successful YouTube career, earning millions of followers along the way. Despite initial resistance from her family, Kabita’s determination led her to Celebrity MasterChef, where she continues to impress with her culinary skills. Her story is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and the power of self-belief, making her an inspiration for aspiring chefs and content creators alike.

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A Self-Taught Culinary Enthusiast

Kabita had no formal training in the culinary arts. She initially worked in the corporate sector but later decided to stay at home to focus on her family. During this time, she discovered her passion for cooking, which eventually led her to start recording and sharing her recipes on YouTube in 2014. Over the years, she has built a massive online following, inspiring millions of home cooks with her simple and delicious recipes.

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Embracing Simplicity in Cooking

Kabita is known for her beginner-friendly recipes, which focus on using simple, easily available ingredients found in Indian households. Her approach makes cooking more accessible and relatable, especially for home cooks seeking affordable and hassle-free meal options.

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Recognized by PM Modi

On Celebrity MasterChef, Kabita shared her incredible journey of building her YouTube channel from scratch in 2014. After a decade of dedication and hard work, her talent was recognized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a proud milestone in her career. Reflecting on this achievement, Kabita expressed her gratitude, saying, “I started my channel in 2014, and after 10 years of hard work, my talent got recognized by PM Modi.”

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Struggles and Husband’s Support During Tough Times

Kabita opened up about the challenges she faced early in life, revealing that her parents did not support her desire to work. She shared, “I studied till 12th grade, and after that, I wanted to do a job, but my father told me it wasn’t allowed in our family.” However, after getting married in 2009, her husband became her biggest support, encouraging her to pursue her dreams. With his backing, Kabita eventually found her passion for cooking and built a successful career, inspiring millions along the way.

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Kabita’s Inspiring YouTube Journey

Reflecting on her YouTube journey, Kabita shared the immense dedication and effort she put into building her channel. She revealed, “Main subah se raat tak bachon aur ghar ka kaam karti thi, aur raat ko 2-3 baje tak YouTube ke liye videos shoot karti thi. Videos ka intro main din ki lighting mein record kar leti thi.” (From morning till night, I managed my kids and household chores, and then I would stay up until 2-3 AM shooting videos for YouTube. I used to record the video intros during daylight.)

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Making it to Celebrity MasterChef

Kabita’s incredible journey from a self-taught home cook to a celebrated YouTuber has now led her to Celebrity MasterChef, where she is showcasing her culinary skills on a grand stage. Her dedication, passion, and hard work over the years have earned her a spot among top celebrity contestants, and fans couldn’t be more proud. Viewers are loving how she brings her signature simplicity and expertise to the competition, proving that talent and perseverance can turn dreams into reality. With every episode, she continues to win hearts, inspiring countless home cooks who have followed her journey from the very beginning.

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