The promo for Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, hosted by Samantha Ruth Prabhu, has been released, offering a first glimpse of the upcoming culinary reality show. The show promises a mix of cooking challenges and entertainment as celebrity contestants step into the kitchen.
Entertainment desk
October 14, 2026 / 08:52 IST
The show is among the flagship programs to launch on Sony Pictures Networks India’s new Tamil entertainment channel, Sony Vizha.
The promo for Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, hosted by Samantha Ruth Prabhu, was released and it gave a glimpse of the upcoming culinary reality show.
The actress is taking on a new role of hosting, uniting popular celebrities from the Tamil entertainment industry for a competition that challenges their cooking skills, creativity and ability to perform under pressure. The makers have released the promo, and it is nothing less than a celebration of having Samantha back in action before she heads to maternity leave.
The show is among the flagship programs to launch on Sony Pictures Networks India’s new Tamil entertainment channel, Sony Vizha. The promo is out, and now the hype is building for the show’s release.
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu Enters Celebrity Culinary Arena
The format has celebrities leaving their familiar on-screen identities to battle it out in the kitchen. Contestants should expect to be set difficult cooking tasks, each designed to test their technique, imagination and ability to work against the clock.
The newly revealed promo gives a sneak peek at the energetic vibe of the show and Samantha’s connection to the competition.
A New Challenge to Tamil Television
Celebrity MasterChef Tamil is the Tamil version of the internationally acclaimed MasterChef format, where celebrity contestants take part in cooking challenges and competitive entertainment.
The judges of the show are chefs who will taste the contestants’ dishes and judge them throughout the competition. The program intends to combine food, entertainment and the characters of well-known stars.
Samantha has also spoken about her excitement to be a part of a show that celebrates the food and culinary traditions of Tamil Nadu. Her participation is yet another addition to her growing list of projects outside the realm of traditional acting.
Celebrity MasterChef Tamil: Release Date and Where to Watch
Sony Vizha and Sony LIV will premiere the program on October 19, 2026, at 8 PM. Sony Pictures Networks India is entering Tamil general entertainment television, and this will be among the first big shows to be streamed.
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first published: Oct 14, 2026 08:52 am
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