Mohammed Ashiq is an Indian chef who became famous for winning the MasterChef India Season 8 in 2023.
Wiki/Biography
Mohammed Ashiq (also spelt as Mohammed Aashiq or Muhammad Aashiq) was born on Tuesday, 24 November 1998 (age 25 years; as of 2023) in Mangaluru (popularly known as Mangalore), Karnataka, India. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He completed his schooling at the Milagres High School, Mangaluru.
Mohammed Ashiq (left) during his school days
He started learning cooking when he was studying in 7th standard and started making food for his family and friends who praised his culinary skills and motivated him to pursue a career in cooking. He wanted to pursue a degree in hotel management; however, his financial condition was not good which forced him to start his juice hub.
Mohammed Ashiq serving a customer at his juice hub, Kulukki Hub
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 9″
Weight (approx.): 65 kg
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
There is not much information about his parents.
Mohammed Ashiq with his mother after winning the MasterChef India Season 8
He has a younger sister who is married. His brother-in-law lives in Dubai.
A few photos of Mohammed Ashiq with his sister
Wife & Children
He is unmarried and does not have any children.
Relationships/Affairs
He is single.
Religion
He follows Islam.
Career
Chef & cooking competitions
Mohammed Ashiq opened his juice shop named Kulukki Hub in the late 2010s and experimented with the dishes in his restaurant. He later won the cooking reality TV show Master Class Chef of the Year Season 1 in 2020 which aired on Namma TV.
Mohammed Ashiq after winning the Master Class Chef of the Year Season 1 in 2020
He auditioned for the MasterChef India Season 7 in 2023 which aired on SET and SonyLIV; however, he could not qualify for the Top 40 and was eliminated. He went back to his juice shop business after elimination and started preparing to audition for MasterChef India Season 8, but his mother wanted him to shift to Dubai and work as a chef there. Ashiq convinced his mother to let him participate in MasterChef India Season 8 which aired on SonyLIV in 2023.
Mohammed Ashiq during an episode of MasterChef India Season 8
He later entered the show by making his signature dish, Fish Fry Mangalorean style, won the show by beating Suraj Thapa, Rukhsaar Sayeed, and Nambie Jessica Marak in the final, and won a Rs 25 lakh cash prize.
After winning the show, he revealed that he was the only earning member of his family, credited his family and friends for their support and said that he would utilize the cash award to open a restaurant in partnership with his brother-in-law.
Pooja Dhingra, Mohammed Ashiq, his mother, Vikas Khanna, and Ranveer Brar (right to left) after winning the MasterChef India Season 8
He also said that he would open a small studio to make YouTube videos about the various types of dishes and cooking styles. he said,
Coming back with stronger determination after narrowly missing out last season was tough, but I devoted myself entirely to the culinary craft. This victory isn’t just mine; it’s for every dreamer who defies the odds to chase their aspirations. I’ve grown significantly and noticed a remarkable shift in my cooking skills, all thanks to an incredible boot camp experience.”
Mohammed Ashiq holding the trophy and prize after winning the MasterChef India Season 8
Favourites
- Dishes to eat: Prawns Ghee Roast, Neer Dosa, Boiled rice, Rasam
- Kitchen ingredients: Seafood, Dried Red Chillies
Facts/Trivia
- In an interview, Mohammed Ashiq said that his best signature dish was Ocean View, which he prepared in the final of the MasterChef season 8 in 2023. He also added that he would like to learn more about continental cuisine.
Mohammed Ashiq preparing a dish
- Chef Ranveer Brar praised Ashiq’s culinary skills and also gave him his knife during an episode of the TV show MasterChef India Season 8.
- He often posts photos and videos of his different dishes on his Instagram page named MasterChef Mohammed Ashiq.
A photo of a dish shared by Mohammed Ashiq on his Instagram page
- He earned the nickname Mangalorian Maverick Chef during his participation in MasterChef India Season 8.
Mohammed Ashiq’s poster during an episode of the MasterChef India Season 8