
Meet new ghost of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has 52K followers on social media, outshines
In the ever-evolving world of showbiz, where OTT content is currently dominating the entertainment landscape, the traditional form of content, like Soap operas and television shows, has taken a back seat. However, despite this, one soap opera that still stands out and resonates with the audiences even after years is 'Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'.
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is a television sitcom and family show that has been entertaining the audience for almost 17 years now. However, besides making people laugh for years now, this beloved sitcom has taken a spooky turn, where the audience will witness an eerie plot that marks the entry of a new character called Chakori. This role is played by the actress Swati Sharma, who is currently winning hearts, not just for her impeccable performance, but also for her real-life glamorous persona.
The new plot of TMKOC will see the residents of Gokuldham Society planning a trip to a mysterious Bungalow, where they encounter a ghost. The ghost's role will be portrayed by Swati Sharma. The new storyline is designed to make the audience laugh, but also give them a tinge of chills.
Besides captivating the audience with her promising role, Swati is also grabbing eyeballs with her beauty and glamour. Before TMKOC, Swati had worked in the film 'Yaraan Diyan Pau Baran', which came on Amazon Prime in 2023. Apart from this, Swati is also working in a supporting role for the show 'Shaitani Rashme'.
Swati enjoys a fan following of 52k on her Instagram, and her profile features many of her beautiful and aesthetically pleasing pictures. Her charm and beauty are gathering a lot of attention, and many believe that she is drawing comparisons with the infamous character 'Babita Ji' and is also giving her tough competition.
Fans are excited to see how Swati's role evolves in the future.
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