Cooku with Comali

Cooku with Comali is a Tamil reality show that blends kitchen competition with stand up style humor. Each week, contestants pair up with comedians called comalis who bring mischief and energy as amateur cooks. The duos tackle timed challenges that test speed, creativity, and flavor while the on screen banter keeps the mood light. A panel of judges including Chef Damodharan and Chef Venkatesh Bhat, along with Madhampatty Rangaraj and Koushik S, evaluates taste, technique and presentation. Rakshan serves as host and Pugazh appears as the comali in the lineup. The first season premiered on 16 November 2019 on Star Vijay and the show continued with new seasons through 2020 and into 2022.

Cooku with Comali was created by Parthiv Mani and targets Tamil audiences with a kitchen based competition that mixes humor with serious cooking. It airs on Star Vijay and streams on Disney+ Hotstar. The inaugural season ran from 16 November 2019 to 23 February 2020.

Viewers respond to the premise that pairs of contestants and comalis must work under pressure, balancing flavor with humor. The panel includes Chef Damodharan and Chef Venkatesh Bhat with Madhampatty Rangaraj and Koushik S, who assess taste and presentation while offering practical feedback. Rakshan keeps the pace lively and Pugazh contributes energy and wit. The format fuses competition with lighthearted banter and places a spotlight on creativity, teamwork, and quick thinking under time limits.

Awards The show does not appear in major award nominations databases. Its recognition comes primarily from audience appeal and the distinctive mix of cooking and comedy rather than formal accolades.

Cultural impact The program has become a recognizable part of Tamil reality TV, celebrated for its playful format and for turning comedians into key partners in the kitchen. Its friendly rivalry and catchy moments have lingered in online clips and conversations.