Nikki Tamboli and Gaurav Khanna’s heated argument on Celebrity MasterChef has been making waves after the latest episode aired. The actress was seen storming off the set in frustration after a confrontation with Gaurav, during which she accused him of being “insecure” and criticized his disrespectful behavior. In a recent interview with ETimes TV, Nikki opened up about the incident and revealed the reason behind her anger. She called Gaurav “unprofessional” and made it clear that she would not tolerate such behavior.
Nikki explained that her outburst was triggered when Gaurav threw carrot peels at her despite clear instructions from the director to avoid wasting food. She expressed that her decision to walk off wasn’t just about the mess but the unprofessional and disrespectful nature of Gaurav’s actions. Nikki firmly stated that, since Gaurav was not her friend, he had no right to treat her in such a manner. She also emphasized that she wouldn’t tolerate this kind of behavior in a competitive environment where discipline and respect are essential.
In the heat of their argument, Nikki had told Gaurav, “You should accept that you’re an insecure man,” to which he responded, “It’s not insecurity, it’s competitiveness.” The tense exchange left both the judges and fellow contestants stunned.
The show, Celebrity MasterChef, features judges Farah Khan, Ranveer Brar, and Vikas Khanna, with contestants including Nikki Tamboli, Gaurav Khanna, Tejasswi Prakash, Rajiv Adatia, Archana Gautam, and Usha Nadkarni. The cooking competition airs on weekdays at 8 PM.
