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MasterChef India

MasterChef India

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Indian version of the competitive cooking reality series.

Created by: Franc Roddam

Season 9 Episodes

Browse every episode and jump into details.

Episode 1: Rishton Ka Swaad

Jan 5, 2026 · 54m

MasterChef India returns with a fresh twist, where pairs step into the kitchen to cook, compete, and celebrate India's vibrant flavours together.

Episode 3: Rishta Plate Mein

Jan 7, 2026 · 47m

Day three raises the stakes as contestant pairs from across the country bring bold indigenous flavours to the chefs' table.

Episode 5: Agnee Pariksha

Jan 9, 2026 · 56m

The competition intensifies as boot camp starts and contestants battle for a place in the top twelve.

Episode 6: Divine Mystery Box

Jan 12, 2026 · 56m

Creativity meets pressure as the final twelve pairs enter the kitchen for the Divine Mystery Box Challenge.

Episode 7: Anna Mahotsav

Jan 13, 2026 · 51m

With Shilpa Shetty Kundra gracing the MasterChef kitchen as the special guest, the spotlight turns to India's ancient supergrains as the contestants take on the challenge of celebrating the power and pride of millets.

Episode 8: Celebrating The Harvest Season

Jan 14, 2026 · 46m

Divided into teams and fighting for immunity, the contestants prepare to curate a three-course meal inspired by the colours, flavours, and traditions of the harvest season.

Episode 9: Army Day Celebrations

Jan 15, 2026 · 1h 6m

On Army Day, the MasterChef kitchen salutes the armed forces as Retd. Col. Kaushal Kashyap, Retd. Lt Col. Kaushalendra Singh, and Retd. Col. Rajeev Bharwan join the contestants for a heartfelt tribute to our brave soldiers.

Episode 10: The Great Indian Mishtan

Jan 16, 2026 · 1h 7m

The race for immunity intensifies as the contestants take on a demanding challenge to reinvent the iconic sweets of India, pushing their skills and imagination to the limit.

Episode 11: Shaadi Ki Rasmein

Jan 19, 2026 · 1h 9m

As celebrated caterer Munna Maharaj joins the evening, the contestants express their culinary mastery through dishes inspired by the timeless traditions of Indian weddings.

Episode 12: Haldi Aur Mehendi

Jan 20, 2026 · 1h

Joined by Sugandha Mishra and Sanket Bhosale, the contestants embrace a wedding-themed challenge that celebrates Haldi and Mehendi through yellow and green ingredients.

Episode 13: Shaadi Ka Shubh Mahurat

Jan 21, 2026 · 52m

Bhavna and Chunky Panday join the contestants for a grand celebration of Shaadi Ka Shubh Mahurat as they take on the season's first high-stakes team service challenge. Who will rise to the occasion?

Episode 14: Baraatiyo Ka Swagat

Jan 22, 2026 · 49m

With the Baraati arriving, the contestants put their best foot forward to impress with flavour, service, and celebration. Who will win the team service challenge?

Episode 16: Har Plate Mein India

Jan 26, 2026 · 46m

With Irina and Agu Stanley as special guests, the contestants celebrate Republic Day through a challenge that brings together ingredients from all parts of India.

Episode 17: The Modak Challenge

Jan 27, 2026 · 49m

The elegant and beautiful Karisma Kapoor brings a unique Modak challenge for the contestants, where their innovation and creativity will be put to the test.

Episode 20: Pehla Pressure Test

Jan 30, 2026 · 48m

It is a make-or-break moment as the contestants step into their first pressure test of the season, tasked with recreating Chef Kunal's dish down to the finest detail.

Episode 21: Organ Mystery Box

Feb 2, 2026 · 51m

With Acharya Manish joining the contestants to celebrate the rich Ayurvedic legacy, they must give their best in the organ mystery box challenge.

Episode 22: Kitty Party Challenge

Feb 3, 2026 · 48m

With special guest Ssunita Ahuja in the kitchen, contestants take on an imaginative challenge to craft edible bracelets. Will they meet the expectations?

Episode 23: Kitty Party Platter

Feb 4, 2026 · 48m

As the pressure builds, the contestants are tasked with creating a platter that truly demonstrates their culinary range and creativity.

Episode 24: One Pot Challenge

Feb 5, 2026 · 50m

With Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta in the kitchen, the contestants must excel in the one-pot challenge by showcasing their ability to work within limitations.

Episode 25: Cook-Along Elimination Challenge

Feb 6, 2026 · 49m

With chef Sanjyot Keer in the kitchen, the contestants face a high-pressure cook-along elimination challenge, recreating his dish step by step with absolute precision to stay in the competition.

Episode 26: No Gas, No Water Challenge

Feb 9, 2026 · 53m

With chef Amninder joining as a special guest, the contestants face a challenge that pushes them to question habits, rethink technique, and redefine how they approach cooking.

Episode 27: 7-Course Meal Team Challenge

Feb 10, 2026 · 53m

From a demanding smell test to an unexpected challenge by Chef Suvir Saran, the contestants must hold their nerve as they prepare a seven-course meal under severe time constraints.

Episode 28: Seven Courses, One Verdict

Feb 11, 2026 · 52m

As the seven-course challenge reaches its decisive phase, Chef Suvir Saran and the MasterChef judges score the teams dish by dish. Which team will hold their nerve and come out on top?

Episode 29: The Lucky Dip Challenge

Feb 12, 2026 · 52m

As Chef Ajay Chopra returns to the MasterChef kitchen, the black apron contestants are thrown into the iconic lucky dip challenge. With no control over what lies ahead, they must rely on skill, instinct, and composure to survive.

Episode 31: Childhood On A Plate Challenge

Feb 16, 2026 · 58m

The MasterChef kitchen fills up with motherly love as the mothers of Chef Vikas, Chef Kunal, and Chef Ranveer step in, inspiring a challenge rooted in memories and warmth. Adding to the moment, Viraj Bahl, Founder and Managing Director of VRB Consumer, joins in to inspire and encourage the contestants with some goodies from Veeba.

Episode 32: Soch, Surat Aur Swaad

Feb 17, 2026 · 57m

In the presence of Angshu Malik, Managing Director and CEO of AWL Agri Business Limited, the home cooks face four mystery boxes themed around fibre, iron, protein, and calcium, with one box opened every 15 minutes. They must create a dish using one ingredient from each box. Who will stand out in this challenge?

Episode 33: Get-Set Chocolate

Feb 18, 2026 · 54m

As the semi finale draws near, Chef Ranveer Brar presents a challenge that requires the home cooks to create a chocolate showpiece. How will they perform in this round?

Episode 34: Ghar Ka Khaana Adla Badli Challenge

Feb 19, 2026 · 55m

With the contestants receiving home-cooked food from their loved ones and swapping them with each other, can they recreate the same taste and flavours of true Ghar Ka Khaana?

Episode 35: Potato Meets Different Cuisines

Feb 20, 2026 · 47m

In the Black Apron Challenge, the contestants must work with a familiar yet demanding ingredient, the potato, to create a MasterChef-worthy dish and stay in the competition.

Season 9 FAQ

Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.

When did MasterChef India Season 9 premiere?

MasterChef India Season 9 premiered on January 5, 2026.

How many episodes are in MasterChef India Season 9?

MasterChef India Season 9 has 40 episodes.

What is the first episode of MasterChef India Season 9?

The season opens with Season 9 Episode 1, "Rishton Ka Swaad". It aired on January 5, 2026.

Go to Season 9 Episode 1

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