Mumbai, March 11 -- Celebrity MasterChef has crowned its first winner of the season, and it's none other than popular TV star Gaurav Khanna! The actor outshined his fellow finalists - Faisal Shaikh (Mr Faisu), Tejasswi Prakash, Nikki Tamboli, and Rajiv Adatia in a thrilling finale to claim the coveted title, as per insiders. The shoot is over and the grand finale episode will be aired soon.

Despite facing hurdles in the early weeks, Gaurav made a stunning comeback, impressing the judges with his flawless execution and attention to detail in the grand finale. His determination and culinary skills ultimately secured him the top spot.

How much did Gaurav Khanna earn?

As the winner, Gaurav is expected to receive a prize money of Rs 25 lakh...