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Vikas Khanna on TIME 100: A Big Honour for Indian Cuisine's Global Voice

Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna has been named to TIME magazine's 2026 list of the 100 most influential people. He expressed that the recognition is a major achievement for Indian culture and cuisine on the world stage. Khanna revealed that Priyanka Chopra Jonas was among the first people to congratulate him on this milestone. He dedicated the honour to his family and hopes it inspires others to ambitiously represent India globally.

Key Points: Vikas Khanna Makes TIME 100, Priyanka Chopra Among First to Congratulate

  • Named to TIME 100 influential list
  • Priyanka Chopra among first to congratulate
  • Calls it a victory for Indian culinary legacy
  • Aims to inspire others to represent India
  • Credits family for his success
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"Big honour for years of consistency": Vikas Khanna on TIME 100 milestone, reveals Priyanka Chopra among first to congratulate

Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna joins TIME's 2026 influential list, calling it a victory for Indian cuisine. Priyanka Chopra was among the first to congratulate him.

"This is a big achievement for both our Indian culture and cuisine. - Vikas Khanna"

London, April 16

Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna has been named in the popular TIME magazine's 2026 list of the 100 most influential people, marking a proud moment for Indian culinary artistry on the global stage

Celebrating the remarkable milestone with the coveted spot, Vikas Khanna, in a conversation with ANI, expressed much gratitude and pride.

"I feel more for all the people who have stood by me all these decades. This is a big achievement for both our Indian culture and cuisine. I believe this will help volumise our voices in Indian cuisine," Khanna said.

He spoke about how the recognition brings a "big honour for the years of consistency" for him.

"Even if people don't show up, I believe Indian food is the game," Vikas Khanna added.

As the recognition sparked a wave of joy for proud Indians, Khanna received one of the first greetings from Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

"Priyanka Chopra is among the first people in the world to text me for such a big moment. She is one of the first people I told when we heard the news," Khanna said, adding that in her text, she said, "This is a big moment for our cuisine and our culture right now."

Released on Wednesday, TIME magazine's 2026 list of the 100 most influential people featured Vikas Khanna alongside the likes of Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor, chef Vikas Khanna, and Google CEO Sundar Pichai.

Vikas Khanna has expressed his happiness at making it to TIME's 100 list.

Sharing his thoughts, Vikas, in a press note said, "Being on the 2026 TIME100 list of the most influential people in the world is a matter of immense pride for me. I owe this recognition to my grandmother, mother, and sister; they always believed in me, and it is their sacrifices, blessings, and guidance that have helped me reach where I am today. This achievement is a victory for India and our culinary legacy that is appreciated by people across the world. With this honour, I hope to inspire the people of my country to follow their ambition and represent India on the global stage."

The coveted list also features the names of Ralph Lauren, Kate Hudson, Ethan Hawke, Mark Kelly, and Hilary Knight, among others.

- ANI

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Arjun K
This is fantastic news! It's about time our culinary artists get this kind of global recognition. Sundar Pichai and now Vikas Khanna - Indians are truly excelling in every field. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Love that Priyanka Chopra was among the first to congratulate him. Our global Indian stars supporting each other is a beautiful thing. Shows a strong sense of community despite being miles apart.
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Sarah B
As someone who loves Indian food, this is well-deserved. His restaurants and cookbooks have made authentic Indian cuisine accessible worldwide. A true ambassador of taste!
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Karthik V
While this is a great personal achievement, I hope it translates into more opportunities for all the talented but lesser-known chefs across India. Our street food vendors and home cooks are the real heroes of Indian cuisine.
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Meera T
His mention of his grandmother, mother, and sister brought a tear to my eye. 🥹 In our culture, food is love, and it's often the women who are the keepers of that legacy. This honour is for them too.

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