From Gurucharan To Jennifer: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Actors Who Made News Off-Screen

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, one of India's longest-running and most beloved sitcoms, has not only entertained audiences with its humorous take on everyday life in Gokuldham Co-operative Society but has also seen its actors make waves for various reasons beyond the show. As we know, "Sodhi," played by Gurucharan Singh, is missing, and Delhi police are investigating the case. Here¡¯s a look at some of the stars who remained in the news for things beyond their comedic roles:

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Actors Who Made Headlines Off-Screen

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1. Dilip Joshi (Jethalal)

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Dilip Joshi, adored for his portrayal of Jethalal, was once blaimed to be 'rude' to a fan. A fan in 2023 shared a disappointing encounter with Dilip Joshi on a Reddit thread discussing celebrities' off-screen behaviour. The fan described Joshi as "quite rude in person," a surprising claim given the actor's calm and composed on-screen persona. Joshi, who enjoys a significant following and generally keeps a low profile on social media, never responded to the claim.

2. Shailesh Lodha (Taarak Mehta)

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Shailesh Lodha, known for his role as Taarak Mehta in the hit TV show, successfully won his lawsuit against the show's producer, Asit Modi, over unpaid dues in 2023. Lodha, who was part of the sitcom for 14 years, left due to a rift with Modi and later filed a case for the clearance of his year-long dues. The settlement was reached with Modi agreeing to pay Lodha Rs 1,05,84,000 via demand draft, as ordered by the National Company Law Tribunal. Lodha stated that his legal battle was for "justice and self-respect," emphasising that the fight was not about the money but about standing up against unfair practices.

3. Munmun Dutta (Babita Iyer) And Raj Anadkat (Tapu)

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Munmun Dutta, known for her role as Babita Ji in the show, publicly refuted rumours of her engagement and marriage. Speculations suggested she was engaged to co-star Raj Anadkat in Vadodara, which Dutta addressed via Instagram stories. She clarified she is "not engaged, not married, and not pregnant," emphasising her determination to focus on positive aspects of life rather than false claims. Dutta and Anadkat, despite ongoing rumours about a romantic relationship since his show debut, have consistently denied such claims.

4. Jheel Mehta (Sonu)

Jheel Mehta, formerly known as Sonu in "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah," was said to have been fired due to her height from the show. But later in an interview, Mehta clarified that her departure from the show in 2012 was to focus on her studies, particularly her 10th standard board exams. Dismissing the misconceptions, she emphasised that the decision was hers alone, driven by academic priorities. Mehta also recently shared her engagement news on social media, highlighting her personal joy amidst her professional past.

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Mehta was also in the news for her wedding celebrations. Her roka ceremony pictures also went viral. She shared photos on Instagram featuring herself in a blue lehenga and her fianc¨¦, Aditya Dube, in an embroidered kurta. The intimate family event also showcased Jheel¡¯s self-done makeup.

5. Jennifer Mistry (Roshan Daruwala Kaur Sodhi) And Monika Bhadoriya (Bawri)

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Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal and Monika Bhadoriya, former actresses of "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah," made serious allegations against the show's producer, Asit Modi.

Mistry accused Modi of sexual harassment and claimed the show's environment was male chauvinistic, leading to her departure. She filed a complaint against Modi and other show executives for sexual misconduct. In response, Modi dismissed these allegations as baseless, stating Mistry was dismissed from the show.

Monika Bhadoriya also reported mistreatment and delayed payments by the show's makers, supporting Mistry's claims. In addition, Priya Ahuja (Rita Reporter) voiced her concerns about neglect and sexist remarks from Modi. The dispute continues as both sides present their cases.

These actors from "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah" remind us that there is often more to celebrities than meets the eye.

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