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&pictures turns two; to launch ‘&HD Exclusive’
MUMBAI: Commemorating its second year mark, &pictures is all set to launch a prime property called &HD Exclusive, which will air latest movie premieres. The new programming band will launch from 18 August on &pictures HD and will be aired at 8 pm.
Zee Entertainment Enterprises business head Hindi movie channels Ruchir Tiwari said, “It has been a fantastic journey for us at &pictures. Celebrating the second anniversary of &pictures, we are launching a unique offering ‘&HD Exclusive’ for our valued viewers. The premiere property on &pictures HD will showcase films that have been carefully handpicked and will be available exclusively only for its audiences.”
He added, “The channel’s consistent growth motivates us to do better and with a line-up of interesting television premieres in the coming months, we aim to continue our efforts to keep entertaining our audiences.”
The channel is all set to host a distinctive bouquet of world television premieres of latest films like Dil Dhadakne Do, Tanu Weds Manu 2, Bangistan, NH10, Badlapur amongst others. Additionally, the channel is also gearing up for interesting content in the second half of the year.
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Vikram and Ajinkya Gandhe win Masterchef India season finale
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor joins judges for emotional MasterChef finale
MUMBAI: The latest season of MasterChef India concluded on a high note, with brothers Vikram Gandhe and Ajinkya Gandhe crowned winners in the grand finale aired on Sony Entertainment Television.
The duo from Nagpur lifted the coveted trophy and donned the show’s signature golden apron after a season that celebrated India’s diverse culinary traditions under the theme “Pride of India”.
This edition of the popular cooking reality show introduced a new jodi format, with 50 pairs from across the country competing in the Masterchef kitchen. Contestants brought personal stories, regional flavours and family bonds to the competition.
The grand finale featured the final three pairs: Vikram and Ajinkya Gandhe (brothers), Saisree and Chanda (mother and daughter), and Anju and Manju (sisters).
The finale was attended by celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor, who joined the show’s judging panel comprising Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar and Kunal Kapur.
Kapoor said the show has long served as a platform to celebrate India’s rich culinary heritage and provide passionate home cooks with a national stage. He noted that the current season reflected a confident India that takes pride in its roots while embracing new culinary ideas.
Judge Vikas Khanna said the contestants’ journeys and the memories created during the season would remain with the team long after the show’s conclusion. Ranveer Brar described the show as a family that continues to grow with every season, while Kunal Kapur praised the contestants’ creativity and determination.
With the finale now concluded, the latest season of MasterChef India once again highlighted how food can reflect identity, heritage and storytelling, inspiring home cooks across the country to pursue their culinary ambitions.
