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News18
11-08-2025
- Entertainment
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TMKOC's Munmun Dutta Reveals Reason For Social Media Absence: ‘Have Been In And Out Of The Hospital'
Last Updated: TMKOC star Munmun Dutta reveals her mother has been hospitalized for the past 10 days, shares health update, and thanks friends for their support during the challenging period. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah star Munmun Dutta, known to millions as Babita Ji, has always been a vibrant presence on television and social media. Over the years, the actress has cultivated a massive fan following with her charming screen persona and candid glimpses into her life. However, her sudden absence from Instagram in recent days had left fans worried. Now, Munmun has finally addressed the reason behind her silence. Taking to her Instagram Stories, the actress shared a recent selfie along with a heartfelt note revealing that her mother had been unwell. 'Have been inactive since a long time, yes. My mom is unwell. Have been in and out of the hospital since last 10 days. Improving now and will be better. It's been exhausting to juggle between professional commitments and personal life. But grateful for my wonderful friends who were a huge support. God is great," she wrote. Munmun disclosed that her mother had been admitted for the past ten days, and she herself had been shuttling between home, the hospital, and her work obligations. The good news, she assured her followers, is that her mother is now on the road to recovery. Fans of the actress will recall that she had recently been on a picturesque European vacation, sharing dreamy glimpses from her travels. Those sunny updates were soon replaced by silence, prompting her loyal followers to wonder if all was well. With her latest update, Munmun not only put their concerns to rest but also expressed gratitude for the support she has received from close friends during this challenging time. For nearly two decades, Munmun Dutta has been a beloved fixture in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, portraying Babita Ji with her trademark blend of elegance, wit, and warmth. Her on-screen camaraderie with Dilip Joshi's Jethalal remains one of the sitcom's most popular dynamics, and her character has long been a household name in Indian television. Beyond her work on TMKOC, Munmun is also a familiar face in the digital space. She actively engages with her audience through brand endorsements, lifestyle updates, and travel diaries on Instagram. While she is often open about her professional journey, she keeps her personal life guarded, preferring privacy when it comes to matters of the heart. For now, fans are relieved to hear that her mother is on the mend, and many have flooded social media with wishes for her speedy recovery. Munmun's update serves as a reminder that even in the glittering world of entertainment, celebrities too grapple with personal struggles — and the importance of empathy and support cannot be overstated. First Published: August 11, 2025, 19:48 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Pink Villa
11-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's Munmun Dutta shares life update: 'Have been in and out of the hospital...'
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress Munmun Dutta is one of the popular celebrities of the Television industry. Over the years, the actress garnered a massive fan following on her social media handle. She actively shares her personal and professional life updates on her Instagram. However, as Munmun was not active lately, fans were concerned about her absence. Now, Munmun recently shared with her fans that her mother was hospitalized. Munmun Dutta shares life update Taking to her Instagram story, Munmun Dutta uploaded her selfie and shared her life update. The actress informed her fans the reason why she has been absent from social media. Munmun revealed that her mom had been unwell for the past 10 days and she had been going in and out of the hospital for the last 10 days. Sharing her mom's health update, the Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress wrote that her mother is recovering now. Munmun wrote, "Have been inactive since a long time yes. My mom is unwell. Have been in and out of the hospital since last 10 days. Improving now and will be better. It's been exhausting to juggle between professional commitments and personal life. But grateful for my wonderful friends who were a huge support. God is great." For the uninformed, Munmun Dutta had recently visited Europe for a vacation and had shared several glimpses of it on her Instagram account. Workwise, Munmun Dutta has been playing the role of Babita Ji for 17 years now in the longest-running sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. She is popular for her on-screen camaraderie with co-actor Dilip Joshi, who plays Jethalal. She has been a part of the show since its inception and became a household name because of her acting prowess. Apart from this, Munmun also endorses brands on Instagram and actively updates her fans about her professional life. Speaking about personal life, the actress prefers keeping it private and not much about her relationship status is known to fans.
India Today
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Munmun Dutta to join Bigg Boss 19? All you need to know about the TV actor
The buzz around 'Bigg Boss 19' has already begun, and one name that's grabbing attention is television actor Munmun Dutta. Best known for her role as Babita ji in 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', Munmun has reportedly been approached by the makers of the show. While there is no official confirmation yet, the possibility of her joining the new season has already sparked excitement among fans and created a stir is Munmun Dutta?Munmun Dutta is a familiar face on Indian television, especially loved for her portrayal of Babita Iyer in the long-running sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'. Born on September 28, 1987 in Durgapur, West Bengal, she has an academic background in English with a Master's degree in the subject. From an early age, she was inclined towards performance, having appeared as a child singer on Akashvani and Doordarshan in Kolkata. Her acting journey began in 2004 with Zee TV's 'Hum Sab Baraati'. She later transitioned to films, with roles in Kamal Haasan's 'Mumbai Xpress' and the 2006 movie 'Holiday'. Over the years, Munmun has built a steady and loyal fanbase through her on-screen Joining 'Bigg Boss 19'Although Munmun has been approached for 'Bigg Boss' in previous seasons, she has always chosen to stay away from the reality show format. However, industry buzz suggests that the makers are once again keen to bring her on board for Season for her opinions and confident personality, Munmun stands out both on television and on social media. Her posts and strong voice have won her a huge online following. If she does decide to participate, her presence could add a fresh dynamic to the show and make her one of the most talked-about contestants of the there has been no statement from Munmun Dutta or the 'Bigg Boss' team, fan pages and social media are already buzzing with speculation.- EndsMust Watch
News18
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Homemade Ghee To Dal Khichdi: Here's What TMKOC's Munmun Dutta Eats In A Day
Last Updated: Munmun Dutta gave fans a peek into her daily diet, what she eats in a day, her commitment to intermittent fasting, and how she controls her portions. Television sensation Munmun Dutta, who is popularly known for playing the role of Babita Ji in the longest-running comedy show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has a very healthy relationship with food and fitness. The health fanatic has often opened up about her diet and food choices. In one such vlog shared in 2022, she gave fans a peek into her daily diet, what she eats in a day, her commitment to intermittent fasting, and how she controls her portions. The clip opened to show the actress saying, 'I believe you are what you eat. I have had a very healthy relationship with food. I have followed intermittent fasting, I have followed eating small meals a day. I control my portions." Pre-breakfast The actress starts her day bright and early at 5:30 AM. Before heading to the gym, she prioritises hydration and drinks plenty of water. She then eats a light pre-breakfast snack like a banana and a handful of soaked dry fruits like almonds and pistachios to fuel her workout sessions. Breakfast Post-gym, she prefers wholesome, home-cooked breakfasts such as dosa, poha or upma. But on busy days, she may skip her breakfast and instead have a glass of milk or water. In the vlog, she was seen relishing a bowl of cereal and fresh fruits. Lunch For lunch, the actress favours traditional home-cooked Bengali meals. Highlighting her love for rice over roti, she said that her plate typically includes rice, roti, pachforon masoor dal, bhindi (okra), radish vegetables, and a fresh salad seasoned with black salt and coriander. Munmun also revealed that she never misses incorporating good fats like ghee in her lunch and dinner that's specifically made in her home. The TMKOC star mentioned that she avoids wheat products, though she loves paranthas. In her vlog, she shared how she instructs her cook to prepare dishes in the traditional Bengali style. 'I am a true-blue Bengali. I have strictly instructed my cook to cook food in authentic Bengali style. She is also a Bengali but is not much aware of the cooking style. I can cook too. My mom and I both instruct her," she said. Evening Snack In the evening, Munmun opts for a light, nutritious snack. She treats herself to a bowl of fresh fruits and homemade masala quinoa, accompanied by soothing lemongrass and ginger tea. Giving a quick tip, the actress said that she eats her snack before having tea or coffee to avoid acidity. Dinner Mumun shared that her dinner is usually the same as lunch because food is cooked only once, adding, 'But if I am outside and someone asks me what I want to eat, I have daal khichdi. It's my comfort food." In the video, Munmun added that while attending some events, she has a pre-dinner because she gets cranky when hungry. For her pre-dinner, Munmun prefers eating a half-fried egg with her sourdough. First Published:
Pink Villa
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
What does Munmun Dutta eat for breakfast? A look at Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress's 5:30 AM morning routine to intermittent fasting
Munmun Dutta, who is popularly known for playing the role of Babita in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, had once opened up about her diet in one of her vlogs. Munmun also shared in her vlog about her commitment to intermittent fasting and even revealed how she believes in eating meals in small portions. Here's decoding what Munmun Dutta eats in a day that helps her to remain fit and fab always. Munmun Dutta Diet Decoded Pre breakfast Munmun Dutta starts her day by waking up at 5:30 AM. As she awakens, she prioritizes hydration and drinks lots of water. Before heading to the gym, she chooses to eat a banana and a handful of assorted dry fruits, including soaked almonds and pistachios. This helps her to remain fit before she begins her rigorous workout routine. Breakfast Post-workout, Munmun has a preference for home-cooked breakfasts when her schedule allows. In her vlog, she candidly mentions that on busier days, she may skip her breakfast and instead have a glass of milk or water. However, when she has time, Munmun relishes Indian dishes like Dosa, Poha, or Upma. In the vlog, she is seen relishing a bowl of cereal and fresh fruits. Lunch When it comes to lunch, Munmun believes in the goodness of home-cooked meals. Her plates have a wholesome combination of roti, rice, a vibrant vegetable medley, and flavorful dal. Proudly embodying her roots, she emphasises in the vlog her love for Bengali cuisine. She even shared that she prefers eating rice instead of roti. In her vlog, she shares insights about how she instructs her cook to prepare dishes in the traditional Bengali style. Here, Munmun was seen having pachforon (traditional Bengali style) Masoor dal, bhindi (okra) as it is her favorite vegetable, radish vegetable, salad (comprising of beetroot, carrot, cucumber, seasoned with black salt or pepper and coriander). Along with her lunch, Munmun believes in having ghee, which is good fat. Munmun mentions that she avoids eating wheat but also loves parathas. Evening Snack For the evening snack, Munmun treats herself to a light yet nutritious snack, which is a bowl of fruit and masala quinoa made at home. The Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actress then has her tea infused with lemongrass and ginger. Dinner Mumun shared that her dinner is usually the same as lunch. She expresses her fondness for the simple Dal Khichdi. In the vlog, Dutta shared that she also prefers eating half-fried egg with her sourdough. Through this vlog, Munmun Dutta shared how she chooses a balance of health and taste in her daily meals.
