Archive · 9 Jan 2026
MasterChef India Honors Specially-Abled Contestants
MasterChef India is a cooking show that started a new season on January 5, 2026.
This season, the show is celebrating the stories of specially-abled contestants who have shown great determination and passion for cooking.
One contestant, Manisha Sharma, shared how cooking helped her recover from a coma and a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.
Another contestant, Ratna Tamang, lost both his hands in an accident but continues to cook with great skill.
Hussain, who runs a popular pan parlour in Hyderabad, also participates in the show, demonstrating his cooking skills from a wheelchair.
The judges of the show, including Chef Ranveer Brar and Chef Vikas Khanna, praised these contestants and honored them with signed MasterChef aprons.
The show aims to inspire others by showing that ability is defined by intent and perseverance, not by limitations.
MasterChef India's new season premiered on January 5, 2026, and features stories of specially-abled contestants.
Manisha Sharma, diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, uses cooking as therapy and has shown remarkable skill in the kitchen.
Ratna Tamang, who lost both hands in an accident, continues to pursue his love for cooking with determination.
Hussain, a wheelchair-bound contestant, brings confidence and skill to the MasterChef kitchen.
The judges honored the specially-abled contestants with signed MasterChef aprons, calling them 'real heroes.'
- Who
- MasterChef India judges and specially-abled contestants Manisha Sharma, Ratna Tamang, and Hussain
- What
- MasterChef India is honoring the stories and spirits of specially-abled contestants
- When
- The new season premiered on January 5, 2026, and the episode was published on January 9, 2026
- Where
- The show is set in India, featuring contestants from different regions, including Nepal and Hyderabad
- Why
- To celebrate the determination and passion of specially-abled individuals in the culinary world
- Show Name
- MasterChef India
- Premiere Date
- January 5, 2026
- Notable Contestants
- Manisha Sharma, Ratna Tamang, Hussain
- Judges
- Chef Ranveer Brar, Chef Vikas Khanna
- Theme
- Celebrating the spirit of differently abled contestants