Mannara Chopra EXITS Laughter Chef 2 After Show Gets Extension: 'Feels Like Leaving Behind A Family'

Priyanka Chopra's cousin and Bigg Boss 17 second runner-up, Mannara Chopra, who was currently seen on the cooking-based reality show Laughter Chefs Season 2, is now exiting the show following its extension. Due to fans demand, the show has been extended beyond April 1st and Mannara, who was paired with Sudesh Lehri, had to bid farewell due to her prior work commitments.

Talking about her exit, Mannara said, "Moving on is never easy, especially when it feels like you're leaving behind a family. But with prior commitments demanding my attention, it's time to say goodbye to my Laughter Chef family that I have made. Whipping up the quirkiest dishes and sharing laughter, this show never felt like work-it felt like home."

"I'll forever treasure the friends, the laughter, and the memories we've created together, especially sharing the stage with Sudesh Lehri ji, who is a comedy legend in his own right. Thanks to COLORS for introducing me to the world of cooking-it all started with a simple 'chai' on Bigg Boss 17, but Laughter Chefs made me truly fall in love with the art - Until we meet again!"

However, it is yet to be known who will replace Mannara and become Sudesh's partner. The makers might even consider bringing back Nia Sharma from the first season, who was previously paired with Sudesh.

Recently, Karan Kundrra, who was part of Laughter Chefs Season 1, returned to the show and stepped in to fill Abdu Rozik's place, as the latter was on a short break due to Ramadan.

While there were reports that Kundrra would make a cameo until Abdu Rozik's return, it has now been confirmed that he is "back for good."

This year's contestants include Ankita Lokhande, Vicky Jain, Rahul Vaidya, Sudesh Lehri, Rubina Dilaik, Elvish Yadav, Abhishek Kumar, Samarth Jurel, Kashmera Shah, and Krushna Abhishek.