Season 9

2026 · 50 episodes

Episodes

1Rishton Ka SwaadMasterChef India returns with a fresh twist, where pairs step into the kitchen to cook, compete, and celebrate India's vibrant flavours together.
2Swaad Ke Jaadu Ka PitaraPaired up and fired up, our next batch of contestants are ready to impress the chefs. Who will make the cut?
3Rishta Plate MeinDay three raises the stakes as contestant pairs from across the country bring bold indigenous flavours to the chefs' table.
4Swaad Aur Rishton Ki MithaasThe final day of auditions arrives as pairs from across the country get one last chance to secure their aprons from the chefs.
5Agnee ParikshaThe competition intensifies as boot camp starts and contestants battle for a place in the top twelve.
6Divine Mystery BoxCreativity meets pressure as the final twelve pairs enter the kitchen for the Divine Mystery Box Challenge.
7Anna MahotsavWith 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.
8Celebrating The Harvest SeasonDivided 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.
9Army Day CelebrationsOn 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.
10The Great Indian MishtanThe 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.
11Shaadi Ki RasmeinAs celebrated caterer Munna Maharaj joins the evening, the contestants express their culinary mastery through dishes inspired by the timeless traditions of Indian weddings.
12Haldi Aur MehendiJoined by Sugandha Mishra and Sanket Bhosale, the contestants embrace a wedding-themed challenge that celebrates Haldi and Mehendi through yellow and green ingredients.
13Shaadi Ka Shubh MahuratBhavna 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?
14Baraatiyo Ka SwagatWith the Baraati arriving, the contestants put their best foot forward to impress with flavour, service, and celebration. Who will win the team service challenge?
15First Elimination Challenge By Chef Kunal KapurThe home cooks face their first elimination challenge of the season as Chef Kunal sets a demanding task. How will they perform under pressure?
16Har Plate Mein IndiaWith Irina and Agu Stanley as special guests, the contestants celebrate Republic Day through a challenge that brings together ingredients from all parts of India.
17The Modak ChallengeThe elegant and beautiful Karisma Kapoor brings a unique Modak challenge for the contestants, where their innovation and creativity will be put to the test.
18Reinventing The Kapoor FavouritesWith Karisma Kapoor watching closely, the contestants must reinvent the Kapoor family's favourite dishes while balancing flavour, technique, and nostalgia.
19Restaurant Takeover ChallengeIt is a true test of teamwork and pressure as the contestants divide into teams for the season's first restaurant takeover at Mainland China.
20Pehla Pressure TestIt 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.
21Organ Mystery BoxWith Acharya Manish joining the contestants to celebrate the rich Ayurvedic legacy, they must give their best in the organ mystery box challenge.
22Kitty Party ChallengeWith special guest Ssunita Ahuja in the kitchen, contestants take on an imaginative challenge to craft edible bracelets. Will they meet the expectations?
23Kitty Party PlatterAs the pressure builds, the contestants are tasked with creating a platter that truly demonstrates their culinary range and creativity.
24One Pot ChallengeWith 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.
25Cook-Along Elimination ChallengeWith 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.
26No Gas, No Water ChallengeWith 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.
277-Course Meal Team ChallengeFrom 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.
28Seven Courses, One VerdictAs 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?
29The Lucky Dip ChallengeAs 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.
30Blind Wall Elimination ChallengeThe blind wall challenge puts the black apron contestants to the test as teamwork and coordination become the key to survival.
31Childhood On A Plate ChallengeThe 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.
32Soch, Surat Aur SwaadIn 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?
33Get-Set ChocolateAs 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?
34Ghar Ka Khaana Adla Badli ChallengeWith 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?
35Potato Meets Different CuisinesIn 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.
36Fire And Ice Mystery Box ChallengeA surprise Fire and Ice Mystery Box Challenge awaits the contestants as they combine contrasting elements to cook a MasterChef-worthy dish and stay in the competition.
37The Monsoon ASMR ChallengeThe contestants step into the Monsoon ASMR Challenge, where they celebrate the rains by creating a dish designed to stimulate all five senses and test their creativity under pressure.
38Tribute To Mumbai ChallengeThe contestants take on a demanding challenge that invites them to explore the many layers of Mumbai through food, set by award-winning chef Vicky Ratnani.
39Get Set MumbaiIn a high-stakes team service challenge, the contestants must work together to deliver a service inspired by Mumbai. With guest chefs judging every plate, the pressure is on as they push to secure their place in the competition.
40Chausar Ka KhelAs the competition hits a crucial stage and one duo faces elimination, Chef Kunal sets a high-pressure challenge that leaves no room for mistakes.
41Continental Mystery Box ChallengeAs MasterChef enters its grand finale week, Chef Guntas Sethi and Chef Ajay Chopra introduce a mystery box challenge where home cooks must use one ingredient from each category to create a MasterChef-level dish. Which five pairs will advance?
42Audition Dish 2.0 ChallengeAs the competition approaches its grand finale, the home cooks face a pivotal challenge where they must reimagine their original audition dish with bold creativity and innovation, placing chutney at the very heart of their creation. Which four pairs will advance to the next round?
43Holi Special ChallengeWith renowned and fearless journalist Saurabh Dwivedi as the special guest, the contestants take on a vibrant Holi Tasting Menu Challenge, turning the festival's seven colours into a feast on the plate.
44Presidential Menu Replication ChallengeWith the finale just one step away, Chefs Kamlesh Singh Negi and Prateek Sadhu curate a challenge where home cooks must recreate a presidential meal without any recipe, while staying true to Himalayan flavours. Which three pairs will secure their place in the finals?
45The Ultimate Signature Dish ShowdownAs the grand finale arrives, Chef Sanjeev Kapoor presents the ultimate challenge where home cooks must prepare two signature dishes that reflect their culinary identity. Which pair will be crowned as the winners of MasterChef?
46MasterClass: Nalli Nihari By Chef RanveerRanveer Brar takes over the kitchen and gives the home cooks their first masterclass, preparing Lucknow's famous Nalli Nihari.
47MasterClass: Chicken Tandoori With A Twist By Chef KunalChef Kunal Kapur takes over the kitchen as the home cooks learn to prepare Tandoori Chicken with a unique twist.
48MasterClass: Kathlambe Ke Lamhe By Anshmeet And PrabhdeepBrother sister duo Anshmeet Singh and Prabhdeep Singh take over the MasterChef kitchen for a special masterclass as they prepare the dish Katlama Ke Lamhe.
49MasterClass: Charred Eggplant By Chef KunalChef Kunal Kapur returns to the kitchen for another masterclass, encouraging the home cooks to overcome their inhibitions about eggplant. Using the humble ingredient itself as the star, he teaches them to prepare a delicious charred eggplant dish.
50MasterClass: Phirni Swiss Roll By Chef Ranveer BrarChef Ranveer Brar takes the home cooks on a masterclass journey, teaching them how to prepare the classic dessert Phirni using the most basic ingredients - rice, milk, and sugar.