Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's former Sonu aka Nidhi Bhanushali reacts to Disha Vakani's return as Dayaben on the show; says 'As much as the audience may wish for her comeback...'
In 2017, Disha took a break from the show for her maternity leave and hasn't returned since. Her fans are still hoping to see her back on the show and are eagerly waiting for her comeback.
Nidhi Bhanushali
, who played the role of Sonu Bhide in the show recently opened up about her eagerness to see Disha's comeback as Dayaben on TMKOC. In an interview with News18, Nidhi praised Disha for her down to earth, kind and humble nature. The actress also spoke about her experience of working with Disha Vakani and called her the most generous and kindest person.
She even joked that if she ever needed a kidney, Disha would probably give it without hesitation.
In the same interview, when Nidhi was asked about Disha Vakani's return to the show, she said that the choice completely lies with Disha. Whatever decision Disha makes should be respected by everyone. She said, "I honestly don't think that's for any of us to decide. It's her life, her journey, and only she gets to choose what she wants to do with it."
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She further added, "As much as the audience and all of us who love her may wish for her comeback, the only thing we should do is respect her decision, support her unconditionally, and wish her the very best. We owe her that, for all the years of laughter, love, and magic she gave us through her presence."
The audience has been missing the fun and her enthusiasm which she portrayed through her role. The laughter and her garba is missing from the show.
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of the longest running sitcoms of Indian Television. The show which was launched in 2008, continues to be loved by the audiences. The show will complete 18 years this July. The iconic show stars popular actors like Dilip Joshi, Munmun Dutta, Mandar Chandwadkar, Sonalika Joshi, Shyam Pathak, Amit Bhatt and others in prominent roles.
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