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‘MTV Whatever Things’ contest gets rolling this month
MUMBAI: Since talent hunts are the order of the day, it comes as no surprise that MTV and Philips India Limited have embarked on a mega scale talent hunt for their new show MTV Whatever Things. The show will start airing in India from mid-November.
MTV Whatever Things, which is inspired by Philips, is looking for the next scintillating star to co-host its 30-minute show along with the host of the show – Shenaz Treasurywala.
Aspirants across the country have already sent in their registrations and one among them will be chosen. This contest is pan Asian and viewers in India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand will get a chance to be in the MTV spotlight. Early this month, the shortlisted participants will meet in Bangalore, where the India finalist will be chosen.
The Whatever Things Show Host Contest is about wit and heroic stunts.
On the Philips-MTV association, Philips India Limited general manager (wireless, consumer electronics) Arshit Pathak said, “MTV shares a mindset similar to ours and this association furthers our commitment to technology, communication, fun and all the elements that come with it. Philips personal expression is about empowering today’s youth to do the things that matter most to them – their way, through stylish and intuitively designed innovations that form the essential things in their lives. Hence, Philips celebrates the spontaneity of youth by associating with MTV – the leading youth entertainment brand, which represents pioneering communication strategies with young trendsetters of today.”
In Bangalore, the finalists will get to use Philips gadgets during the on-ground contests to add zing to their performance. On the other hand, the on-air show will feature all the tickling, funny, craziest moments from the on-the-ground contests to know which citys got the most bizarre, in-your-face talent.
The best stunt-maker from India will then be taken to Shanghai (TBC) for the grand finals in January. The chosen one will get a one-year contract to host next season’s series of MTV Whatever Things.
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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.
