Masterchef India Season 9 Eliminated Contestants List
The latest eliminated contestants list for MasterChef India Season 9 includes three jodis: Raksha – Kanchana Devi, Vishnu – Harshini Purohit and Parvati – Himang Soni, as of 10 February 2026.
This season follows a family jodi format, so every elimination takes out two home cooks at once and that makes each exit feel a little heavier than usual. Viewers have already started remembering these pairs not only for their dishes but also for their small on-screen moments in the MasterChef kitchen, from nervous smiles at the tasting counter to quiet pep talks before a pressure test.
Week-wise Elimination Details
The show has completed three eliminations so far, and each jodi left the competition in a different type of high-pressure challenge. In simple terms, the journey from Top 12 to Top 9 has moved quite fast, with back‑to‑back tense Friday episodes.
Here is an easy, at-a-glance table:
| Position | Eliminated jodi | Elimination date |
|---|---|---|
| 12th | Raksha & Kanchana Devi | 23 January 2026 |
| 11th | Vishnu & Harshini Purohit | 30 January 2026 |
| 10th | Parvati & Himang Soni | 6 February 2026 |
Raksha and Kanchana Devi were the first to go, after struggling to match the judges’ expectations in an early elimination cook, and there was a visible mix of respect and regret on the judges’ faces when their apron journey ended.
Vishnu and Harshini Purohit lost their place in a Black Apron pressure test where both taste and recreation of Vikas Khanna’s dish mattered, and that episode left many viewers talking about how small timing errors can cost an entire jodi.
Parvati and Himang Soni exited on 6 February 2026, and their mother‑son chemistry in the kitchen often seen in the way they shared tasks without many words made their farewell feel especially emotional for regular viewers.
On X, the account @KalamCenter shared how Parvati Soni, once a homemaker whose every step outside depended on permission and who was raised to believe that women’s dreams come with an expiry date, is now redefining those limits.
Remaining Jodis Still in the Competition
The remaining contestants list now features nine jodis, all still competing for the MasterChef India Season 9 trophy as of 10 February 2026. These pairs bring a mix of regions, relationships and cooking styles, which keeps the daily episodes fresh for food lovers who tune in at 8 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV.
The nine jodis still in the race are:
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Ajinkya & Vikram Gandhe
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Anju Pradhan & Manju Ojha
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Anshmeet Singh & Prabhdeep Kaur
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Archana Dhotre & Rupali Jadhav
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Chandana & Sai Sri Rachakonda
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Deepali Bihani & Jamuna Somani
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Mahfooz & Yasmin Ansari
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Simran & Himanshi Vohra
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Venu & Avani Sharma
Each of these pairs has already shown at least one strong “signature” moment a standout regional dish, a smart twist with everyday ingredients, or calm teamwork during a tight service challenge which is why the Top 9 phase feels more like a genuine contest than a scripted drama.
Format and Timing of Masterchef India Season 9
MasterChef India Season 9 is built around a family‑pair format where 12 jodis started the journey together and every dish is cooked as a team, not solo. The judging focuses on taste, presentation, teamwork and time management, so communication at the cooking station matters almost as much as the recipe itself.
The season premiered on 5 January 2026 and currently airs Monday to Friday at 8:00 pm IST on Sony Entertainment Television, with episodes also available on SonyLIV. This regular prime‑time slot makes it easy for viewers to follow eliminations in real time instead of hunting for scattered updates the next day.
Disclaimer: The elimination details and broadcast schedule are based on currently available media reports and may change with new episodes or official announcements. Viewers are advised to verify with the channel or official platforms for the latest updates.
