Masterchef Pakistan made its return after an eleven-year hiatus. The new season of the show promises to be bigger and better, with a revamped format and high production quality that aligns with global standards.
The show has a new jury comprising chef maestro Saadat Siddiqi, pastry expert Mahwish Aziz and ingredient specialist and chef Asad Monga. The cooking competitions will “bring together the nation’s best cooks in a battle of skill, heart and flavor,” according to their official Instagram. Adding that it’s more than a competition, “it’s a passion under pressure.”
MasterChef Pakistan aims to showcase culinary talents and celebrate Pakistani cuisine, providing a platform for aspiring chefs to gain recognition and guidance. With its return, the show will reignite the passion for cooking among viewers. Fans can expect high-pressure challenges, new stories, and creative dishes in the upcoming season.
Registrations and auditions for the show were held in mid-2025 in major cities like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, garnering significant responses from aspiring chefs across the country.
The first season aired on 3 May 2014 on Urdu 1, featuring 100 contestants from major cities like Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. The show was produced by Paragon Productions and was based on the international MasterChef format. The original judges included Chef Zakir Qureshi, Chef Mehboob Khan and Chef Khurram Awan, who guided the contestants through various culinary challenges. It ended on July 27, 2014, with Ammara Noman winning the title and a cash prize.
The new season is produced by Pixel Entertainment. It is powered by Knorr, Vim Pakistan and Nestlé Everyday. The show is co-sponsored by Walls, Kashmir Cooking Oil and Laziza and presented by Sabroso. Its official pantry partner is Imtiaz and its official appliance partner is Dawlance.
The cooking competition show will air on HUM TV every Friday and can be streamed online on YouTube.
