Ranveer Brar Uncovers a Hidden Gem: The Untold Story of Rumi's Cook

Popular food influencer and chef Ranveer Brar is known for his delicious delicacies. In the latest episode of Kitchen Kahani, he embarks on a soulful journey to Rumi's tomb in Turkey, uncovering a fascinating and lesser-known story about Rumi and his devoted cook, Veli.

Facts About Rumi & His Cook:

Ranveer shares an insightful anecdote where Rumi would send those wishing to become ‘Dervishes' to work in the kitchen for three days because he believed that enduring the heat of the kitchen symbolized the ability to withstand the "burning passion of divine love."

"You Will be the Only Chef..."

The Chef also tells a unique story of when a guest, unwell and urgently needing food, arrived at Rumi's home. With no firewood available, his cook Veli prepared the meal by fanning the flames with his feet. Upon learning of this, Rumi praised Veli, saying, “You will be the only chef to have your shrine.”

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"Food Is Not Just..."

As Ranveer reflects, "Food is not just about nourishing the body—it's an act of love, endurance, and divine connection. Rumi and Veli's story reminds us that cooking can unite us, elevate our spirits, and carry blessings beyond the plate."

Visiting Veli's shrine is a one-of-a-kind experience, where visitors receive salt as prasad. This salt, believed to carry the blessings of both Rumi and Veli, is said to bring goodwill and harmony to the household when used in cooking.

On The Work Front:

Chef Brar is currently seen as one of the judges on celebrity, 'MasterChef'. Earlier, he was seen on 'Star vs Food Survival' Season 2, a reality show combining survival, action, and gastronomic delights. 

Additionally, Chef Brar has earned praise for his acting skills. He recently played Daljeet Kohli in the Kareena Kapoor-led film 'The Buckingham Murders' and previously appeared alongside Pratik Gandhi in the OTT show 'Modern Love Mumbai'.