Chef Vikas Khanna Named in TIME 100 Most Influential People List

New Delhi, Apr 16 (BNP): Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna, popularly known as “Curry boy,” has been featured in the TIME 100 list of the world’s most influential people, marking a proud moment in his culinary journey.

Khanna said the recognition is significant for India and reflects how perceptions around Indian cuisine and culture have evolved globally. He noted that a term once used in a dismissive way has now become a symbol of pride for him.

Based in New York, Khanna runs the restaurant Bungalow, which presents Indian cuisine with a modern twist and has gained international attention.

He joins a diverse group on the TIME 100 list, which includes actor Ranbir Kapoor, Google CEO Sundar Pichai, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan, and several global leaders and cultural figures.