Veteran actress Usha Nadkarni, a much-loved figure in the entertainment world, recently welcomed Pinkvilla into her beautiful and cozy home for an exclusive interview. Known for her strong on-screen presence and warm off-screen personality, Nadkarni opened up about her personal life, her love for cooking, and her special bond with filmmaker Farah Khan.
During the house tour, Nadkarni walked fans through her kitchen and shared her favorite dishes, even revealing a few of her own recipes. But it was her light-hearted jab at Farah Khan’s food vlogs that stole the show.
When asked about Farah’s cooking content, Nadkarni jokingly said, “What does she even do? She just visits people’s houses where others cook and Dilip helps her. She doesn’t cook herself! She only cares about chicken — especially chicken from Lokhandwala!”
The two formed a close bond while working together on Celebrity MasterChef, a popular cooking reality show judged by Farah Khan, Vikas Khanna, and Ranveer Brar. Usha Nadkarni was one of the senior contestants on the show and brought charm and wit to the screen. Her playful banter with co-contestant Archana Gautam was one of the highlights of the season.
A respected name in Indian television, Nadkarni rose to fame with her powerful performance in Pavitra Rishta, where she played a negative character yet received overwhelming love from the audience. Her other notable shows include Kaise Mujhe Tum Mil Gaye, Thodi Si Zameen Thoda Sa Aasmaan, and Kuch Is Tara.
At 79, Usha Nadkarni continues to win hearts — whether through her iconic roles or her delightful sense of humor.
