In a dramatic turn of events, the popular reality cooking show Laughter Chefs Season 3 is undergoing a significant transformation just two months after its premiere. The show, which initially launched with a fresh cast and format, has failed to capture audience interest, prompting producers to bring back original fan-favorite contestants while several new entrants make an abrupt exit.
Major Cast Overhaul Mid-Season
The third season of Laughter Chefs, which began airing in November 2025, introduced viewers to a completely revamped concept featuring celebrity contestants divided into two competing teams: Team Churi and Team Kaanta. The new lineup included television stars Vivian Dsena, Tejasswi Prakash, Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina Bonnerjee, Eisha Singh, and Isha Malviya alongside returning participants from previous seasons.
However, this innovative format failed to resonate with the show's established fanbase, leading to disappointing audience feedback and declining viewership numbers. As a result, producers have decided to scrap the team concept entirely and revert to the show's original successful formula.
Original Stars Make a Comeback
With the show undergoing this substantial revamp, familiar faces from earlier seasons are set to return to the Laughter Chefs kitchen. Arjun Bijlani, Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain, Sudesh Lehri, and Nia Sharma will all reappear in upcoming episodes, bringing back the chemistry and entertainment value that originally made the show a success.
According to production sources, established pairings will continue with Ankita Lokhande teaming up with husband Vicky Jain, while Nia Sharma will partner once again with Sudesh Lehri. Arjun Bijlani is reportedly set to form a new partnership with social media sensation Elvish Yadav, adding an interesting dynamic to the returning cast.
Why the New Cast Members Exited
The sudden departure of Vivian Dsena, Eisha Singh, Isha Malviya, Gurmeet Choudhary, and Debina Bonnerjee from Laughter Chefs Season 3 has been attributed to scheduling conflicts and prior professional commitments. Industry insiders reveal that Vivian Dsena is preparing to join another fictional series on Colors TV, while Isha Malviya has already commenced shooting for a new project.
Gurmeet Choudhary and Debina Bonnerjee are similarly occupied with other acting assignments, making it challenging for them to continue their participation in the reality show. The producers officially concluded the team format with a mid-season finale episode aired on Sunday, effectively wrapping up the brief tenure of these contestants.
Audience Response and Ratings Decline
Despite initially recording respectable viewership numbers, Laughter Chefs Season 3 has struggled to maintain audience engagement. According to data from Ormax Media, the show attracted 4.2 million viewers during the second week of January 2026 but failed to secure a position among the top ten most-watched programs on Indian OTT platforms.
The show's Television Rating Points (TRP) have also witnessed a noticeable decline in recent weeks. From holding the seventh position with a rating of 1.9, Laughter Chefs Season 3 slipped to ninth place with a reduced rating of 1.7. This performance stands in stark contrast to previous seasons, which consistently maintained TRPs between 1.9 and 2.1 throughout their runs.
History of Mid-Season Changes
This is not the first instance of Laughter Chefs undergoing cast changes during a season. The show's second season witnessed similar adjustments when Mannara Chopra and Abdu Rozik made unexpected exits, leading to Karan Kundrra and Reem Shaikh joining as replacement contestants.
Originally launched as a filler program in 2023, Laughter Chefs unexpectedly resonated with viewers and evolved into a full-fledged television property on Colors TV. However, with largely the same core cast returning season after season, questions are emerging about the show's ability to introduce fresh elements and maintain viewer interest over the long term.
The upcoming episodes featuring the returning original cast members will determine whether this strategic revamp can revive the show's fortunes and reconnect with its audience base. As production continues in Mumbai, all eyes remain on whether this culinary comedy competition can reclaim its former popularity and ratings success.
