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Top Food Influencers on Instagram in Chennai (2026)

Discover the top Food influencers on Instagram in Chennai for 2026 and meet the Chennai foodie Instagrammers audiences trust most. Compare engagement, audience quality, and growth to find the right local partners.

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Who Are the Top Food Influencers on Instagram in Chennai?

Explore the top Food influencers on Instagram in Chennai for November 2026. This ranking is updated monthly to keep the list current. Use it as a starting point to discover Chennai Instagrammers in the Food niche. To explore detailed creator analytics and find more accounts, .

  1. 1. Samantha

    @samantharuthprabhuofflInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Fort Tondiarpet

    Whatever your capabilities, you must stretch them to the limit and a little beyond .

    Hashtags#maaintibangaaram
    Mentions
    @yiiooi@yiiooi@jeffwangyu@jeffwangyu@naheedee@naheedee+6@savleenmanchanda, @miteshrajani, @kreshabajajofficial, @bvlgari, @renecaovilla, @amitaggarwalofficial
    Followers37.8M
    Engagement rate1.1%
    Average likes527K
    Audience quality score63/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.3%
    201820202021202320242026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India73.9%
    United Kingdom8.7%
    Iraq4.4%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music21.7%
    Mommy10.0%
    Fashion8.3%

  2. 2. Mani Megalai

    @iammanimegalaiInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Egmore Nungabakkam

    Television Presenter | Entertainer Collaborations : Youtube : Hussain Manimegalai Influencer, Media Professional

    Hashtags#couplegoals#hussainmanimegalai#babucatering#flavorsoftradi
    Mentions
    @mehussain_7@mehussain_7@sivakarthikeyan@sivakarthikeyan@gvprakash@gvprakash
    Followers3.7M
    Engagement rate1.1%
    Average likes146K
    Audience quality score52/100Low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.5%
    201820192020202220232024
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India84.0%
    Malaysia8.0%
    Sri Lanka3.0%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Music20.3%
    Photography11.9%
    Cycling11.9%

  3. 3. VIJI SHARON PHILIP

    @samayalwithsharonInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

    A bit of Savory and a lot of Sweets...That's what my life is all about. Youtuber | Proud Chennaite |Home Baker | Chef | Foodie | Mommie to 2

    Hashtags#samayalwithsharon#epdi#keralastyle#boti
    Followers1.8M
    Engagement rate0.7%
    Average likes10.2K
    Audience quality score71/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+4.6%
    2022202320242025
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India28.6%
    United States19.4%
    Pakistan19.4%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Food16.9%
    Dog Owner13.5%
    Fashion12.4%

  4. 4. Samyuktha Shan

    @samyuktha_shanInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

    Boy mom | Fitness | Fun | Food | Films Chennai, India 🇮🇳 💌

    Mentions
    @vikram_selvam_sof@vikram_selvam_sof
    Followers1.2M
    Engagement rate2.6%
    Average likes24.9K
    Audience quality score57/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.3%
    201720182020202120232024
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India66.7%
    United States9.5%
    Germany4.8%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion25.3%
    Photography13.9%
    Travel11.4%

  5. 5. Sarath Kumar

    @itssarathhereInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

    யாதும் ஊரே யாவரும் கேளிர்🫂 📧 Promotions : Co-Founder @roasted.mg 📍 Chennai , 28🧑🏽‍🦳 AECC Registration Link 👇🏼

    Hashtags#hylelaban#desert#sweet#egyptian
    Followers1.1M
    Engagement rate3.0%
    Average likes33.4K
    Audience quality score88/100Very high
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.6%
    20222023202420252026
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India58.1%
    Pakistan10.5%
    Bangladesh9.7%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion14.3%
    Photography14.3%
    Travel12.5%

  6. 6. Sagarika🌻Swagatika

    @_thefoodiewiththebook_InstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Fort Tondiarpet

    Hopeless tea addict!☕ Proud Odia!💖 Civil engineer. Banker. Mail/DM for collaborations. Admin: @_swagatikabehera_ @sagarikajulie

    Followers1.1M
    Engagement rate2.1%
    Average likes28.1K
    Audience quality score75/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.1%
    201920202021202220232024
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India83.3%
    United States5.6%
    United Kingdom3.7%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Food75.3%
    Blogger23.0%
    Travel18.5%

  7. 7. Yuvarani Mohan🧿

    @foodies_findingsInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

    Chennai Food Blogger ONLY FOOD RELATED CONTENT ❤️ Findings by @yuvas.life Travel and Exploration @nomadly_findings Foodie + Architect = Foodietect

    Hashtags#foodiesfindings#friedrice#chennaifoodie#chennaiblogger
    Mentions
    @popeyes_india@popeyes_india
    Followers969K
    Engagement rate1.7%
    Average likes15.1K
    Audience quality score65/100Average
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+1.5%
    20202021202220232024
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India33.3%
    United States21.1%
    Pakistan16.7%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Food20.5%
    Fashion14.1%
    Dog Owner14.1%

  8. 8. Gomathi Priya

    @priyabalakumaran_gpInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai, Fort Tondiarpet

    Breathing #dreams like #air #nothingbutpriya Enquiry/PaidPromotions

    Hashtags#gomathipriya#priyabalakumaran#gp#blessed
    Followers706K
    Engagement rate0.03%
    Average likes-
    Audience quality score45/100Very low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.8%
    202020212022202320242025
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India28.3%
    United States19.8%
    Pakistan18.9%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion21.1%
    Music11.8%
    Photography11.8%

  9. 9. Neeraj Elangovan

    @neeraj_elangoInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

    Creative Director | Ad.Filmmaker | Editor Cinematic Product & Food videos Email or DM for Work enquiries. 📩 📍Chennai,India

    Followers654K
    Engagement rate0.5%
    Average likes3.1K
    Audience quality score44/100Very low
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.5%
    20212022202320242025
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    India29.9%
    Pakistan22.7%
    United States20.6%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion18.5%
    Food16.1%
    Dog Owner13.6%

  10. 10. Aswin Kumar

    @chennaifooddiaryInstagramIndia, Tamil Nadu, Chennai

    🔸 365 days ~ 365 Reels 🇮🇳 🔸 Youtube 1.4 Million + Fam 🏆 🔸 Chennai Food Blogger 😍 👇Latest Video👇

    Followers595K
    Engagement rate0.1%
    Average likes788
    Audience quality score76/100High
    Followers evolutionA graph showing the change in a creator’s follower count over time.+0.9%
    2025
    AuthenticityThe percentage of a creator’s audience that is likely to be real, human followers.
    LocationLocation of a creator’s engaged audience.
    Italy45.7%
    India15.2%
    United States12.0%
    InterestsTopics creator’s audience engages with the most.
    Fashion17.5%
    Dog Owner15.8%
    Photography12.3%

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How We Rank the Top Food Influencers on Instagram in Chennai

Every creator on this list is ranked by follower count, from the most followed down. The same criteria apply to every niche, network, and location, so a spot on the list always reflects a creator’s current reach.

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Who are the top food influencers on Instagram in Chennai in 2026?

As of November 2026, the most followed of the top food influencers on Instagram in Chennai is Samantha with 37.8M followers, followed by Mani Megalai and VIJI SHARON PHILIP. This ranking lists 289 creators ordered by follower count, and each card shows the creator's engagement rate, average likes and audience quality.

How do I find food influencers on Instagram in Chennai for my brand?

Start with this ranking of 289 creators and compare their engagement rate and audience quality, not just their follower count. Then create a free Heepsy account to filter creators by location, niche, follower range, engagement and audience demographics, and save the best matches to a list.

How are the top food influencers on Instagram in Chennai ranked?

Creators are ranked by follower count, from the most followed down, among the public profiles that match this ranking's filters. Heepsy refreshes the ranking every month with the latest public data, and this version was updated in November 2026. Each card shows an audience quality score, so you can spot accounts with suspicious followers.

What is a good engagement rate for food influencers on Instagram in Chennai?

The creators in this ranking have an average engagement rate of 1.3%. Engagement usually drops as follower count grows, so smaller creators often show higher rates than the accounts at the top of the list. Heepsy calculates engagement rate as the average likes and comments on recent posts divided by follower count, excluding suspicious activity.

How much do food influencers on Instagram in Chennai charge per post?

Rates depend mainly on follower count, engagement rate, content format and usage rights, so prices vary widely even within the same ranking. Heepsy shows a price estimate on each creator's full profile: click "Unlock full profile" and sign up for free to see pricing, audience demographics, authenticity and growth.

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