Mohammad Aashiq might look familiar to you as he participated in the last season as well. However, he couldn't make past the audition round. When he was ousted, he didn't let his passion die. Rather, he worked hard and came back so strong that time time he became the winner of?MasterChef India season 8.
Do you know he used to own a juice stall called Kulukki Hub in Mangaluru, Karnataka? The 24-year-old wanted to study hotel management. However, because of financial constraints, he had to change the course and head on to a different path. Later, he decided to turn his love for food into business and opened a juice stall. His?artistic abilities through original dishes left his customers delighted.??
He is the only earning member of his family. On winning the show, he said,?"I am immensely grateful for the whirlwind journey I¡¯ve had on MasterChef India. From facing elimination to holding the trophy, every moment was a profound lesson. This experience has completely reshaped my life, and winning this esteemed title feels surreal. Coming back with stronger determination after narrowly missing out last season was tough, but I devoted myself entirely to the culinary craft. This victory isn¡¯t just mine; it¡¯s for every dreamer who defies the odds to chase their aspirations.¡±
He also thanked the judges for pushing him to best of his abilities.?"I owe immense gratitude to the judges- Chef Vikas, Ranveer, and Pooja, fellow contestants, the audience, and all the renowned chefs who pushed me to perform better with each passing day in the kitchen. I've grown significantly and noticed a remarkable shift in my cooking skills, all thanks to an incredible boot camp experience," he was quoted as saying by the Indian Express.
Congratulating him judge and Chef Ranveer Brar wrote on Instagram, "From an inspirational start to a challenging journey, you never stopped daring for more. Congratulations on becoming the MasterChef Mohd. Ashiq!"
Chef Vikas Khanna wrote, "After not being selected in the last season, he worked harder, kept learning & preparing for the next opportunity. Hats off to you. He has our heart & the trophy of MasterChef India. Stay blessed & keep shining."
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