Exclusive - Dipika Kakar Ibrahim on her comeback with Celebrity Masterchef; says 'Shoaib is my biggest support, don’t think I could have done this without him'

Dipika Kakar Ibrahim, celebrated for her acting prowess and charisma, has recently made waves with her appearance on Celebrity MasterChef. The actress had an emotional moment on the show as she reflected on her journey, revealing not just her culinary expertise but also her passion and heartfelt vulnerability. After taking a break from acting to focus on motherhood, Dipika is now navigating the balance between her personal and professional life. In a candid chat with Times of India TV, she shared how returning to the limelight after becoming a mother has been both a rewarding and challenging experience. Her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, has been a constant source of strength, offering steadfast support and motivation during this new chapter. (Photo: Instagram)

I am having a great time shooting for the show. I have been an audience of this show for a long time and I’ve being a fan. I never imagined that one day I’ll get a chance to be a part of this show as a contestant. This is almost like a fan moment for me. It is very difficult for me and cooking food as per the parameters, taste, and keeping the presentation and everything in mind is a big challenge. (Photo: Instagram)

I don’t think I could have ever taken this decision of my comeback on my own and alone. Shoaib has always been my biggest support, he is my pillar of strength. I don’t think I could have done this without him. After giving birth to Ruhaan and taking this huge gap, so a lot of things have changed. As a lady my body has gone through a lot of changes. My body has gone into a comfort zone now and to comeback and get going again, it is taking a toll on me. Aadat nahi rahi na abhi. (Photo: Instagram)

I had this fear how will I manage Ruhaan with my shoot for the show. Kaise karenge, kya karenge? The most important reason for saying yes to the show was Shoaib’s support. He told me Dipi I think this is the time and you should now get back to work now. The entire family’s support also played a major role in saying yes. My mom is there with Ruhaan and me on the sets the entire time. My staff is very helpful. (Photo: Instagram)

Apart from family’s help, I have to give the full credit to the makers also. The production house is very helpful. I remember when I had my first meeting with them and I told them about my worry related to Ruhaan. I told them I can’t leave Ruhaan at home. They made sure to give me a clean, nice, big room for Ruhaan. It is like Ruhaan’s second home now. All his toys are stuffed in the room. I have been able to make a comeback only because of this full support system. (Photo: Instagram)

Negative comments have been an on-going process. When I got married, then got pregnant that time the comments were different. Now, they are different. I have realised there is only one section of the people only one small section, rest everyone support and shower a lot of love on me. But there is one section who can never be happy with your decision. Aap kuch bhi kar lo unko koi na koi nuskh nikalne he hote hain. I am a human and I feel bad. Mujhe lagta hai main Kisi kya bigaad rahi hoon? (Photo: Instagram)

I am just being me in my life and this is the way I want to be. This is the way I’ve seen my mom raise me up. She was always around me, available for me. I wanted to behave the same way for my son. I wanted to be that. I am very grateful that I got this privilege in my life that I can choose for myself. I can decide that I want to be at home with my son and take care of him. Now, when I got the right opportunity, I realised I should make my comeback. (Photo: Instagram)

The things I don’t appreciate that in our society this one statement we always get to hear “Kya hua Khaana he toh banati hai” iss cheez ko itne Halke mein kyu liya jaata hai. In our families we have often heard that daughters, moms, daughter-in-laws, sisters, they are often told cooking is not a big deal. Nobody appreciates how they wake up early morning and make sure everyone’s schedule is being taken care of. They take care of entire family’s food habits. (Photo: Instagram)

Pure parivar ka schedule tabhi sahi chalta hai jab unka khaana peena sahi Banta hai. Aap Ek din bita lo jab Aapka support system joh hai Woh agar bimar pad jaaye toh sab idhar udhar hojaata hai. Why they don’t get that respect which they deserve. So all the emotions just came out in that moment. It was a very overwhelming moment that I got a chance to present my dish in front of such esteemed judges. Everything just came out. As I’ve said in the show I’m here representing all those ladies and giving strength to all of you all who are told khana he toh banati hai kaun si Badi baat hai. I’ll tell through this show the power of food. (Photo: Instagram)