Portrait of Kiki MCI After the Controversy Regarding the Determination of MCI 2023 Champion

Kapanlagi.com - Runner Up of Master Chef Indonesia season 11 was achieved by Rizkisyah Putra Singarimbun, commonly known as Kiki.

Although she failed to win the first place title, Kiki became the talk of the town and received many praises from netizens.

The Grand Final showcased a fierce competition between Kiki and Belinda Christina Sianto, as they both strived to win the title of Master Chef Indonesia through 3 intense rounds of competition.

However, despite Belinda being the winner of those three rounds, the attention of netizens was more focused on Kiki.

After facing her journey in the culinary world, Kiki was invited to be one of the speakers at the Kampus Merdeka Festival event, which collaborated with Vokasi Fest.

The event took place on Monday, (11/12/2023) at Graha Bhakti Budaya, Taman Ismail Marzuki.

Want to know more about Kiki, the Runner Up of MasterChef Indonesia season 11? Let's find out here! Compiled from various sources, on Thursday, (14/12/2023).

1. Background of the Runner Up in Master Chef Indonesia Season 11

A portrait of Rizkisyah Putra Singarimbun alone in Master Chef Indonesia Season 11, shaking his chef's uniform, source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Rizkisyah Putra Singarimbun, who is familiarly known as Kiki, was born on December 27, 2000. He comes from Medan, Karo ethnic group, North Sumatra, and Kiki is known to be a follower of Islam.

Kiki's father is a former lawyer from Medan, while his mother has a Sundanese background. Kiki is famous as the eldest child of four siblings, with three younger sisters.

2. Kiki's Education Only Graduated from Vocational High School, Able to Join Master Chef Indonesia

Portrait of Kiki's family togetherness with chef Arnold and his child, source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Reported from another source, although Kiki did not come from a prestigious university graduate, the cooking skills of this 23-year-old man were apparently only obtained during his time at Vocational High School (SMK).

He studied at SMKN 8 Medan with a major in Culinary Arts. After completing his education at SMK, he continued to develop his cooking skills by becoming a kitchen helper at a cafe in Medan.

Kiki's journey in the world of cooking did not always go smoothly, as it turned out that the choice he made did not receive approval from his family.

Nevertheless, Kiki continued and eventually received full support from his family.

3. Kiki's Potential Deserves Appreciation from Many Netizens

Portrait of Kiki and Belinda while cutting Belinda's lamb meat, source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Kiki's failure to win first place in MasterChef Indonesia disappoints many netizens.

Looking at his skills, Kiki is considered superior to all other contestants in the show.

From cooking techniques, knowledge about food, to his ability in problem solving during team challenges, everything deserves applause.

4. Kiki Often Serves Indonesian Specialties

Snapshot of Kiki and Belinda while cooking in round 3 of Master Chef Indonesia Season 11, source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Throughout the competition in MasterChef Indonesia Season 11, Kiki tends to serve Indonesian specialty menus more often.

This has caused many people to become familiar with the menus and inspired to try making them themselves.

5. Kiki Should Have Been the Winner of MCI Season 11, According to Netizens

Portrait of Kiki's championship with Belinda in Master Chef Indonesia Season 11, source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Netizens revealed some irregularities that occurred during the Grand Final, such as Kiki's participation in helping Belinda cut the goat meat and the judges' assessments that were not in accordance with the discussion in public.

Throughout the 3 rounds of the competition, Kiki experienced a defeat with a difference of 10 points from Belinda.

She managed to accumulate 1857 points, while Belinda achieved 1867 points and was declared as the 2nd place or Runner Up of MasterChef Indonesia Season 11.

However, Netizens' view is that Kiki should have been the rightful winner and should not have been in the position of Runner Up.

6. After Winning Runner Up, Kiki Invited to be a Speaker at Vokasi Fest

Portrait of Kiki as one of the speakers at the Vokasi Fest event collaboration with Kampus Merdeka, source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Kiki's experience after becoming Runner Up in MasterChef Indonesia Season 11 becomes an inspiration for the young generation of Indonesia who have a passion or desire in the culinary field.

Therefore, Kiki was invited as a speaker at the Vokasi Fest x Festival Kampus Merdeka at Taman Ismail Marzuki.

In the event, Kiki provided teachings about the art of food presentation, which is not only judged by the delicious taste of the food, but also involves the development of creativity and innovation in the process of making dishes.

7. Kiki Cooking at Vokasi Fest Event with the Director General of Vocational Education

Portrait of Kiki Cooking with the Director General of Vocational Education, Source Instagram: @kiki.mci11

Not only as one of the speakers at the event, Kiki also had the opportunity to cook together with Kiki Yuliati, the Director General of Vocational Education Kemendikbud.

The moment was captured and shared on her Instagram post @kiki.mci11.

8. Who is the Winner of MasterChef Season 11?

Belinda Christina Sianto was chosen as the first winner of MasterChef Indonesia Season 11.

9. Which Season is MasterChef Currently On?

MasterChef Indonesia is a cooking talent search program adapted from its English version, and broadcasted on RCTI television station.

The show first aired on May 1, 2011, and as of 2023, it has entered its eleventh season.

10. What is Kiki Masterchef's Champion?

Despite the many discussions on social media, Kiki seems to remain calm and accept with an open heart the title of runner-up or second champion that she successfully achieved in the event.

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