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Chef Vikas Khanna turns heads in black Louis Vuitton bandhgala at TIME100 gala, internet calls him ‘very cute’
Chef Vikas Khanna has been named in TIME magazine’s coveted list of the 100 most influential people in the world, marking a major milestone in his global culinary journey. The celebrated chef attended the gala in New York on April 23, looking absolutely dashing in an all-black ensemble. (Also read: ‘Curry boy’ Vikas Khanna beams on being in TIME 100 list: ‘They use the word as derogatory terms, I use it with pride’ )
Vikas Khanna shines at TIME 100 Gala
Taking to Instagram on April 24, Vikas shared a carousel of pictures from the event along with a deeply personal note. Reflecting on being called “Curry Boy” in the past, he wrote, “There was a time when being called this felt small… a word wrapped in quiet condescension, meant to diminish. It lingered. It hurt.”
He went on to explain how he reclaimed the phrase over time, adding, “But time, courage, and purpose have a way of transforming meaning. Today, I wear it as a badge of honor, not as a label, but as a legacy.” Describing his journey, he further wrote, “Step by step, plate by plate. From silence to celebration. From dismissal to dignity. ‘Curry Boy’, now, it belongs to history.”
What chef Vikas Khanna wore
For the star-studded evening, Vikas kept his look sharp and sophisticated in a tailored black bandhgala by Louis Vuitton. The outfit featured subtle pinstripes that added depth and texture, while the crisp white shirt underneath balanced the look with a clean, polished finish.
The standout detail was the statement peacock brooch, gifted by Nita Ambani and sourced from Swadesh, which brought a meaningful cultural touch to the ensemble. Styled with sleek black trousers and glossy formal shoes, Vikas Khanna’s look was a seamless blend of global luxury and Indian artistry.
How the internet reacted
Vikas Khanna’s post from the gala quickly made its way to Reddit, where it was shared on the BollyBlindsNGossip thread and drew warm reactions from users.
One user wrote, “Seeing Vikas Khanna at the TIME 100 is truly special. From a small town in Punjab to this global recognition, it’s really inspiring to watch. His sister must be so proud, this is such a full circle moment.” Another commented, “Chef Vikas is love,” while a third added, “Always such good vibes from him. So proud to see what he has done for our food.”
Fans also couldn’t help but gush over his charm, with one saying, “Have always found him super cute… he was lowkey the reason I started watching MasterChef.” Others echoed similar sentiments, writing, “Making us all proud, always! Respect,” and “I love him, something so earnest about him.”
Of course, the admiration didn’t stop there, with comments like “He’s so handsome yaar” and “Such a heart-throb ji!!!” flooding the thread, proving that Vikas Khanna’s appeal goes far beyond the kitchen.