Celebrity MasterChef: From Nikki Tamboli walking out of the set to Farah Khan’s ‘chhapri’ remark about Holi; Top controversial moments from the show

‘Celebrity MasterChef’ is near to its grand finale and fans can’t wait to see who won the show. The show that not only entertained the audience with its exciting episodes but also made them witness high-intensity drama and controversies. Here’s a look at the top controversial moments from the show:-

One of the contestants- Dipika Kakar was forced to leave the show suddenly after a shoulder injury. The injury was sustained while taking part in an action-packed task, and there are doubts about the safety precautions being taken for contestants and what kind of physical activity was being asked of them. She made headlines after she exited the show.

During a high-pressure elimination episode, contestant Nikki became very distressed over her dish’s preparation. Overwhelmed by the situation, she left the set abruptly without informing the judges or fellow contestants which lead to a lot of controversy and drama. This unexpected departure led to debates about the intense pressures of reality TV and the mental health of the contestants.

On ‘Celebrity MasterChef India’, contestants Nikki Tamboli and Gaurav Khanna have frequently clashed, leading to notable tensions on the show. In a recent episode, during a bidding task where contestants vied for cooking time, Gaurav secured a two-hour slot for himself and allocated only 90 minutes to Nikki. Feeling undermined, Nikki accused Gaurav of insecurity and labeled his actions as unprofessional and disrespectful. The situation escalated when Gaurav playfully threw carrot peels, which inadvertently landed on Nikki. Interpreting this as a personal affront, Nikki walked off the set, demanding an apology and stating she wouldn’t return until Gaurav apologized. This incident sparked widespread discussions among viewers and on social media, with opinions divided over the contestants’ behaviors.

Farah Khan was criticized for her response to contestant Gaurav Khanna's announcement of his color blindness on the reality TV show. While Gaurav was describing how his condition influenced the presentation of his dish, Farah was dismissive and made a joke of his disability. Her comment created a public outcry, with people condemning her actions as inappropriate and requesting an apology.

Judge Farah Khan referred to Holi as the “favorite festival of chhapris,” a slang term often used derogatorily in one of the episodes of Celebrity MasterChef. This comment sparked significant backlash on social media, with many accusing her of disrespecting the festival and hurting religious sentiments of the people. Some viewers demanded an apology, while others defended her, suggesting she was highlighting misbehavior during Holi celebrations. Bigg Boss contestant Hindustani Bhau even filed an FIR against her.

During a team challenge, contestants Tejasswi Prakash and Archana Gautam had a major fight. Archana felt slighted when not chosen by any team, leading to an emotional breakdown. Tejasswi’s remark about Archana’s non-selection further escalated tensions, resulting in a heated argument that left both contestants and judges stunned. clips from the episode went viral on social media with fans picking sides.