Mangaluru’s Mohammed Aashiq becomes first South Indian to win MasterChef India
In a remarkable achievement, Mohammed Aashiq, a 24-year-old chef from Mangaluru, has claimed victory in the latest season of MasterChef India. The popular reality show, known for showcasing exceptional culinary talents, premiered on Sony Liv from October 16, featuring home cooks from across the country.
Aashiq's triumph not only fulfills his personal dreams but also marks a milestone as the first winner of the competition from South India.
Despite initial aspirations of building a career in hotel management, financial constraints within Aashiq's family redirected his path. Undeterred by challenges, he entered the entrepreneurial world by launching a juice shop named ‘Kulki Hub’ in Mangaluru, demonstrating creativity in crafting unique recipes.
Having faced disqualification in the previous season, Aashiq returned this season with renewed determination, eager to overcome setbacks and display his skills on a national platform.
"This season, I return with newfound determination, ready to overcome past setbacks and make my mark. I am here not just to win but to stand for every dreamer who has dared to defy the odds," Aashiq was earlier quoted as saying by Outlook.
MasterChef India Season 8, exclusively streaming on Sony Liv, featured a panel of judges, including celebrity chefs Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar, and Pooja Dhingra. The show aired new episodes from Monday to Friday at 8 p.m.
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Sexual harassment case: Court in Kerala sends businessman Boby Chemmanur to judicial custody
A court here on Thursday remanded prominent businessman Boby Chemmanur to judicial custody after he was arrested by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with a sexual harassment case filed against him by Malayalam actress Honey Rose.
Chemmanur, whose arrest was recorded on Wednesday evening, was produced before the Ernakulam Judicial First-Class Magistrate Court II on Thursday afternoon.
Seeking bail for Chemmanur, his counsel argued that he had not committed any wrongdoing. However, the prosecution strongly opposed the plea, stating there was substantial evidence to suggest he had committed a serious offence.
After hearing the arguments, the court sent the businessman to a 14-day judicial remand.
Chemmanur has been charged under Section 75(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for making sexually coloured remarks as a form of sexual harassment, as well as Section 67 of the IT Act for publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form, the police stated.
In her complaint, Rose accused him of making "repeated sexually coloured" remarks towards her.
