Did Ajinkya, Vikram Gandhe Deserve To Win MasterChef India 9? Are Fans HAPPY Or UPSET With Finale Results?

MasterChef India 9 winners name: It's time to send congratulatory messages to Ajinkya and Vikram Gandhe as they have secured victory in the star-studded grand finale of MasterChef India season 9. The brother duo from Maharashtra registered their names in history books by becoming the first pair to win a season of MasterChef India. Before season nine, the contestants participated individually, but the makers added a twist in the new installment by introducing family members as pairs.

Did Ajinkya Vikram Gandhe Deserve To Win
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MasterChef India 9 Winner, Runner-Up Name

Family pairs from three states shared the spotlight as MasterChef India 9 declared its winnerand runner-up on March 6. Ajinkya and Vikram Gandhe from Nagpur claimed the winner’s title, closing the latest season of the cooking reality show.

The first runner-up position went to Hyderabad-based duo Chandana and Sai Sri Rachakonda, a mother-daughter pair from Telangana. Sisters Anju Pradhan and Manju Ojha, based in Odisha, finished as second runner-up after reaching the finale alongside the other two family teams.

Contestants City / State Relationship Result Date Rank
Ajinkya and Vikram Gandhe Nagpur, Maharashtra Brothers Winner 06 March 1st
Chandana and Sai Sri Rachakonda Hyderabad, Telangana Mother-Daughter 1st Runner-Up 06 March 2nd
Anju Pradhan and Manju Ojha Puri, Odisha / Bhubaneswar, Odisha Sisters 2nd Runner-Up 06 March 3rd

Chef Ajay Chopra penned a heartfelt post on social media to congratulate the brothers following their victory.

He wrote, "The first time I saw @ajinkyagandhe and @vikramgandhe , something told me they had the spark to go all the way. But MasterChef is never predictable. It's a stage full of pressure, surprises, and moments that can change everything. What truly stood out about them was their hunger to prove themselves. Coming from a background of privilege, they never relied on it. Instead, they chose the harder path, to work, learn, and earn their place in the kitchen. That spirit is what makes this win special. So proud to see them become the MasterChef India winning jodi this season. Many, many congratulations to both of you. The journey ahead is just beginning (sic)."

Are Fans Upset With MasterChef India 9 Finale Results?

Social media has been flooded with posts congratulating Ajinkya and Vikram for their victory. Are the fans happy or upset with the winners and runner-ups in MasterChef India 9?

For the first time ever in the history of MasterChef India, the fans are united when it comes to expressing their thoughts on the winner.

Keep watching this space for more updates.

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