Exclusive - Laughter Chefs 2's Ankita Lokhande on mother-in-law’s desire for a grandchild in the promos; says 'Sab mere peeche pade hain'
Ankita Lokhande expressed her enthusiasm about joining Laughter Chefs 2, reuniting with her Bigg Boss 17 co-contestants, and her mother-in-law’s heartfelt desire for a grandchild. In an exclusive conversation with Times of India TV, she shared insights into her personal and professional life. When asked about baby planning, she playfully remarked, "Everyone is after me," highlighting the constant curiosity from family and fans. She also spoke about her strong bond with her husband, Vicky Jain, emphasizing their competitive nature. (Photo: Instagram)
On season 2 and the new Jodis
We have new Jodis this season and quite interesting ones. We are having lots of fun shooting for the show. I feel I’m back in the Bigg Boss house since we have so many celebs from our Bigg Boss season. Abhishek Kumar, Samarth Jurel, Mannara Chopra. We all four are having a great time and it’s nice. (Photo: Instagram)
Vicky and I have lots of entertainment and masti in our life
I want the audience to decide who between Vicky and me does all the work. We both have decided to be nice to each other and happily do the show. We have lots of fun together but the thing is we both are very competitive. We have fights only proving our points. But it is going very well. It is fun and Vicky and I have lots of entertainment and masti in our life. This translates onscreen and even on the sets. The fun angle we bring is enjoyed by fans. He keeps pulling my leg and I pull his leg. (Photo: Instagram)
On her mother-in-law's wish for a grandchild - Mujhe jab karna hoga tab main kar loongi
Sab mere peeche pade hain baccha kar lo...Mujhe jab karna hoga tab main kar loongi. Jis din hoga uss din toh pata chal he jaayega. Kitna he chupa lungi main and why will I hide it. (Everyone keeps telling me to have a baby... I’ll do it when the time is right. The day it happens, people will know—how much can I even hide?) And why would I hide it?
Right now, I’m just focusing on work and I’m very happy with the way my career is going. (Photo: Instagram)
On managing films and television
The best thing is that I’m getting to do films and on the other hand, I’m part of a show like Laughter Chefs which is loved by all. The best part about this show is that I’m getting to spend time with Vicky. I’m also getting a chance to make new friends through this show. We are laughing and having a gala time on Laughter Chefs. I’m balancing my personal and professional life well. (Photo: Instagram)
On missing contestants from the previous season
While doing the last season we made so many friends and they became my family. We all are still in touch and keep meeting each other. We all bonded so well. I’m missing everyone from the previous season. When I first stepped on the sets for season 2, I started missing all of them. Aly, Jannat, Nia, Reem, Arjun, Karan. (Photo: Instagram)
On Laughter Chef's success
It is a blessing that after so many years there is a show which is enjoyed by the audience and by every age group. Nobody imagined that this show would do so well. Now, people are getting inspired by this show and are making new cookery shows. It’s interesting that we came up with this cooking and fun format and others are getting inspired. (Photo: Instagram)
On cooking at home
We spent so much time on the sets cooking that I didn't wish to enter the kitchen again. I love food and I am a true desi at heart. So I love eating but cooking is not my forte. I am good at managing things and organising things. I can run my house by guiding everyone but I don't enjoy cooking. I am very particular with food and I'm very choosy when it comes to food. (Photo: Instagram)