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Sahara One to launch ‘Ghar Ek Sapnaa’ on 15 Jan
MUMBAI: A bridegroom kidnapped for a marriage, a wedding held at gunpoint. That is the broad plotline of Ghar… Ek Sapnaa, Sahara One’s new show which launches 15 January at 10 pm.
Produced by Ajai Sinha of Astitva Ek Prem Kahani fame, the show is superseding Comedy Champions, which is currently airing in the 10 pm slot. The new show will have its task cut out considering the fact that it would be competing against Star Plus’ Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki, which has just got a makeover, Sony’s Bigg Boss and Zee TV’s Betiyaan Ghar Ki Laxmi.
Commenting about the show, Sahara One programming head Kalyan Sundaram said, “It’s a family show at an important slot. Though everyone has a space and audience, we are confident of our content. Since it’s a family drama it can’t be completely different from a family soap but the USP is the treatment and with someone like Ajai Sinha you can sure keep high expectations.”
The starcast of the show includes debutant Sayantani Ghosh as Kakul, Shammi, Alok Nath, Harsh Chhaya and Himani Shivpuri amongst others.
The plot of Ghar… Ek Sapnaa revolves around the lead protagonist Kakul, daughter of Om Shankar a politico-business magnate of Bihar. Kakul’s family consists of her father, her elder sister Trisha and her brother-in-law, Sujit.
At Kakul’s best friend Reena’s wedding, Samman, the bridegroom’s friend even though in a committed relationship with Vanshika, takes up a bet with his friends to flirt with Kakul and win her over. Unaware of the territory that he has treaded on, Samman promises undying love to Kakul who in turn falls in love with him almost immediately. Although Samman wants to break free from this situation, he is forced to marry Kakul and takes her home with him.
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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.
