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&TV launches interactive Independence Day initiative
MUMBAI: &TV has launched an initiative called ‘My Country My Voice My Anthem’ on Independence Day.
The initiative is aimed to bring together voices from across the country to sing the National Anthem, the video of which will air on the Independence Day special episode of The Voice India on 15 August. People can register on 09595681681 to participate and can be featured in the video.
&TV will showcase the video #MyCountryMyVoiceMyAnthem on 15 August, which will be an ultimate amalgamation of voices and music as The Voice coaches – Shaan, Sunidhi Chauhan, Mika Singh and Himesh Reshammiya along with the contestants join in to revel in the celebration.
Chauhan said, “It’s a great initiative by &TV to give the fans a chance to show their love for the country. I am looking forward to the Anthem and I’m sure it will be soul stirring.”
Shaan added, “We are all proud of our nation and while we celebrities have every chance to express our pride, this will be a one of its kind anthem where the people of the country come together as one Voice.”
Reshammiya said, “I’m very happy about the initiative by &TV. We will get to hear the collective voice of the nation. For The Voice India to take lead in getting the junta together on the Independence Day is amazing!”
Singh said, “Our National Anthem is a very powerful song. You just feel so proud about being an Indian when you hear it. And now the door of featuring in the video is open to the nation and its people.”
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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.
