Samantha Ruth Prabhu is set to headline Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, bringing the globally popular MasterChef format to Tamil audiences with a strong local flavour. The celebrity cooking show will stream on Sony LIV and air on Sony VIZHA, featuring leading Tamil stars, culinary challenges and exclusive digital content.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu Leads Celebrity MasterChef Tamil
Sony Pictures Networks India has announced Celebrity MasterChef Tamil, with Samantha Ruth Prabhu taking centre stage in the Tamil edition of the globally recognised culinary franchise. The show will bring together well-known faces from Tamil entertainment and place them in a completely different environment as they exchange film sets and stages for the pressure of a professional kitchen. Contestants will face demanding cooking tasks, surprise twists and competitive challenges designed to test both their culinary creativity and their ability to perform under pressure.
Global MasterChef Format Gets a Distinctly Tamil Identity
Produced by Banijay Asia, Celebrity MasterChef Tamil draws from the established global legacy of the MasterChef franchise while adapting the experience for Tamil audiences. The show is expected to highlight regional flavours, familiar food traditions and the personalities of Tamil celebrities, giving the format a stronger cultural connection. Beyond competition, the series will focus on emotion, camaraderie and the personal stories that emerge as celebrities experiment, make mistakes, learn new skills and attempt to impress through their dishes.
Samantha Says the Show Reveals a Different Side of Celebrities
Speaking about the project, Samantha Ruth Prabhu said she was excited because the show is unlike anything she has previously done. She highlighted the emotional connection people have with food and said cooking has the ability to bring people together while also revealing a more personal side of individuals. Samantha added that she is particularly looking forward to seeing popular Tamil celebrities take risks in the kitchen, deal with mistakes and surprise themselves through the competition. While the contestant lineup has not yet been revealed, her comments indicate that several familiar names from Tamil entertainment will be part of the show.
Sony VIZHA and Sony LIV Plan Wider Digital Experience
Celebrity MasterChef Tamil will be positioned as a major entertainment offering on Sony VIZHA, with streaming availability on Sony LIV. The experience will also extend across digital and social platforms through exclusive short-form videos and behind-the-scenes content, giving audiences a closer look at the contestants, their cooking journeys and memorable kitchen moments. With Samantha leading the format and celebrities competing in food-based challenges, the show aims to combine fame, flavour, competition and Tamil cultural warmth in an entertaining package. Celebrity MasterChef Tamil is expected to premiere soon, with further details about the contestants and launch date to be announced.
