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From being an ordinary cook to gaining popularity, buying a new house, and more – Farah Khan’s cook Dilip Mukhiya’s fame and lifestyle

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Feb 6, 2026, 12:08 IST
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From being an ordinary cook to gaining popularity, buying a new house, and more – Farah Khan’s cook Dilip Mukhiya’s fame and lifestyle

Celebrities’ lives are not as easy as they seem. They have a group of people working and helping them so that they can deliver their work effortlessly. One such name is Dilip Mukhiya, a resident of Pali village in Bihar’s Madhubani district. He has been working as a cook at Farah Khan’s Mumbai residence for many years. Dilip features in Farah Khan’s videos and has become a fan favourite. Dilip’s lifestyle has also changed drastically over the years. Here’s a look:

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How Dilip’s life changed

Dilip Mukhiya, who is a cook at Farah Khan’s home, has been gaining massive popularity for a while now. He has been winning hearts with his wit and humour in YouTube videos. Moreover, he joins Farah Khan in her cooking segments with many popular celebrities. Fans enjoy watching him and often request an insight into his life.

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How it started

It all started after Farah Khan introduced him in a YouTube video. The fun banter between the two is what fans love and enjoy the most. From Sonakshi Sinha to popular TV stars like Gaurav Khanna, Ashnoor Kaur, and more, Dilip has featured in all these videos. Paps and fans often recognise him and even praise him for his fun side on Farah Khan’s YouTube channel.

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Turning point for Dilip

While his journey started spontaneously in one of Farah Khan’s videos, he wasn’t aware of how popular he would get over a period of time. The cooking segment is now loved by millions, with fans recognising him and showering love on him. From helping Farah cook in fun challenges along with fellow celebrities to entertaining audiences with his wit and charm, Dilip does it all.

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Dilip’s popularity

The simple and fun cooking videos quickly went viral, with fans showering their love on Dilip. From his fun banter to comic timing in the videos, fans enjoy it all. The popularity has also boosted Dilip Mukhiya’s public profile. Today, he is recognised far beyond Farah Khan’s kitchen. Moreover, his substantial wealth has increased over a period of time.

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How much Dilip earns

According to reports, Dilip Mukhiya now earns a substantial income from social media monetisation and brand collaborations, reportedly running into lakhs. From a simple cook to a well-known figure, Dilip’s popularity and earnings have increased over time. He has also featured in advertisements for multiple brands along with Farah Khan in her videos.

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Dilip’s house in Bihar

When Dilip visited his family in Bihar, he shared a YouTube vlog where he gave a glimpse of his lifestyle. He visited his village in Madhubani to spend time with his family, including his wife Anita, a homemaker, their three children, and his parents. In the vlog, he shared glimpses of videos showing the construction of a new house in the village. The videos quickly went viral on social media, with fans reacting to them.

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