Mumbai, Nov 21 (NationPress) On World Television Day, renowned chef Sanjeev Kapoor shared insights into his initial challenges, recalling a time when he faced rejection as the host of Khana Khazana.

In a heartfelt post on his Instagram account, he reflected on how this show transformed his career. Expressing his appreciation for the television industry that enabled him to follow his dreams and engage with millions over the years, he shared nostalgic images from the cooking series. Sanjeev wrote, “Television provided me with an opportunity I never anticipated. From being turned down as the host of Khana Khazana to leading it for several years, it gave me a platform to chase my passion and share my culinary love with countless viewers.”

“These old photographs remind me of the time when everything began. It’s been an extraordinary journey, from the early stages to the memorable moments created on set. Thank you for being part of this remarkable story,” he mentioned.

Khana Khazana, a popular Indian Hindi-language cooking program, gained fame for presenting a rich variety of Indian recipes. Directed by Hansal Mehta, the inaugural episode was hosted by Harpal Singh Sokhi. Sanjeev Kapoor took over in subsequent episodes, ultimately becoming the show's iconic figure, earning widespread recognition for his contributions.

Earlier this April, Sanjeev Kapoor featured as a guest on Bharti Singh and Harsh Limbachiyaa’s YouTube podcast, discussing the inception of Khana Khazana.

The chef recounted, “I was never able to memorize a script. I didn’t read from one. On the day my show was set to commence, they handed me a paper with an opening monologue. I still remember it vividly. They also provided me an outfit resembling a raincoat — I was unaware that television had such specific wardrobe requirements. We were filming at Juhu Beach. It took me almost a month to memorize that monologue. Back when we began, there wasn’t really ‘TV’ as we know it today. After we filmed, I said, We’ve done it your way — now let me try it my way.”