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NDTV
2 days ago
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- NDTV
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Actor Sonalika Joshi Clarifies Being Called A "Chain Smoker"
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah Actor Sonalika Joshi AKA Madhavi was once called a "chain smoker" as she featured in a photo shoot, holding a cigarette. What's Happening Sonalika Joshi shared in a recent interview how she was being called a chain smoker by fans after her picture with a cigarette went viral. "I was just holding it and sitting like that. I wasn't even smoking. It was just for the style, for the pose. Then suddenly, so many things came out on YouTube-'I'm a chain smoker' and what not. I said, let them talk. My family is my most important, my greatest asset. If they know how I am, then what difference does it make what they print?," she recalled. "It was a proper photoshoot. The look was totally different. I wasn't casually smoking with a group or playing Sonalika doing that. If they don't understand that, let them talk," she said. "Maybe they're enjoying it. Maybe their YouTube is getting views. Either they get some sadistic pleasure, or they just want to be judgmental. Let them," Sonalika added. Sonalika Joshi On TV Joshi has acted in theatre plays like Baiko Asun Shejari, Wadhta Wadhta Wadhe, Bol Bachchan, Choukon etc early in her life. Later on she did Marathi TV serials like Paus Yeta Yeta, Kimayagar, Mahashweta, Nayak, Ek Shwasache Antar, Jagnavegali etc and TV commercials as a successful actress. Since 2008, she has been playing Madhavi Bhide in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah opposite Mandar Chandwadkar. In A Nutshell
India Today
2 days ago
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- India Today
Sonalika Joshi, Taarak Mehta's Madhvi Bhide recalls being called a chain smoker
Actress Sonalika Joshi, renowned for her long-standing role as Madhvi Bhide in the television series 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', recently revisited a controversy from her past. In an interview with Subhojit Ghosh, Joshi discussed an incident where she was criticised for a photoshoot that led some to mistakenly believe she was a chain said, "I was just holding it and sitting like that. I wasn't even smoking. It was just for the style, for the pose," Joshi explained, referring to the cigarette she held during the actor recounted how the misunderstanding escalated on social media, particularly on YouTube, where numerous videos falsely labelled her as a smoker. "Then suddenly, so many things came out on YouTube - 'I'm a chain smoker' and what not," she stated. Despite the backlash, Joshi chose not to engage with the rumours, prioritising her family's understanding of her over public opinion. In the interview, Joshi expressed her disappointment with those unable to distinguish between her real life and the characters she portrays. She clarified, "It was a proper photoshoot. The look was totally different. I wasn't casually smoking with a group or playing Sonalika doing that. If they don't understand that, let them talk." Joshi's stance reflects her resilience in the face of public decision to remain calm amidst the controversy stemmed from her belief in the importance of family support. Joshi said, "I said, let them talk. My family is my most important, my greatest asset. If they know how I am, then what difference does it make what they print?"Joshi concluded by acknowledging the motivations behind these judgments, suggesting, "Maybe they're enjoying it. Maybe their YouTube is getting views. Either they get some sadistic pleasure, or they just want to be judgmental. Let them."The long-running comedy show, 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' has been entertaining audiences for 17 years, but it has also seen several major cast exits over time.- Ends
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's Sonalika Joshi aka Madhavi recalls being called a ‘chain smoker'; clarifies, 'It was just for the…'
Actress Sonalika Joshi, best known for her role as Madhavi Bhide in the popular TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently gave an interview to Subhojit Ghosh, where she recalled how a photoshoot led to an unintentional assumption. She mentioned holding a cigarette for the photoshoot, and fans thought that she was a 'chain smoker'. Sonalika Joshi has been winning hearts for her role as Madhavi for 17 years now. The actress recently shared a funny incident that led to fans assuming that she was a chain smoker. She further clarified, revealing details about the incident and how it unfolded. The actress shared, 'I was just holding it and sitting like that. I wasn't even smoking. It was just for the style, for the pose. Then suddenly, so many things came out on YouTube—'I'm a chain smoker' and what not. I said, let them talk. My family is my most important, my greatest asset. If they know how I am, then what difference does it make what they print?' She further added, 'It was a proper photoshoot. The look was totally different. I wasn't casually smoking with a group or playing Sonalika doing that. If they don't understand that, let them talk,' she said. 'Maybe they're enjoying it. Maybe their YouTube is getting views. Either they get some sadistic pleasure, or they just want to be judgmental. Let them.' The show is currently winning hearts with its Bhootni track. Fans are enjoying every bit of it, and Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has consistently been at the top of the list. Actress Swati Sharma, who is playing the role of Chakori aka the 'Bhootni,' recently gave an exclusive interview to TOI TV, where she opened up about her experience while working on the show. She shared, 'It feels wonderful to be a part of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The work environment is amazing, everyone is kind, and I'm learning a lot — so I'm genuinely happy. The show has been on air for 17 years and continues to be loved by generations of viewers. When I first got the offer, I was told that the role of Chakori was for just a few episodes. Even though it was a short appearance, I wanted to make it count. I believed that if I could leave a strong impression, people would want to see more of me. I gave it my best, and I'm proud of what I did.'
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's Madhvi Was Once Called A 'Chain Smoker': 'I Was Just...'
Last Updated: Sonalika Joshi reveals what happened when one of her photoshoot led to unintended assumptions. Actress Sonalika Joshi needs no introduction. She has been playing the role of Madhvi Bhide in the popular show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah for 17 years now. While the show has made her a household name, not many people know that she was once bashed brutally for one of her photoshoots. In a recent interview with Subhojit Ghosh, Sonalika recalled how a photoshoot of hers led to unintended assumptions. She mentioned that she was holding a cigarette as she posed for the cameras but people were quick to assume that she was a 'chain smoker". 'I was just holding it and sitting like that. I wasn't even smoking. It was just for the style, for the pose," Sonalika said and then added, 'Then suddenly, so many things came out on YouTube—'I'm a chain smoker' and what not." However, the actress mentioned that she decided to maintain her calm back then because she did not want to address the unnecessary rumours. 'I said, let them talk. My family is my most important, my greatest asset. If they know how I am, then what difference does it make what they print?" Sonalika, however, expressed disappointment with people for not being able to differentiate between a fictional character and reality. 'It was a proper photoshoot. The look was totally different. I wasn't casually smoking with a group or playing Sonalika doing that. If they don't understand that, let them talk," she said. 'Maybe they're enjoying it. Maybe their YouTube is getting views. Either they get some sadistic pleasure, or they just want to be judgmental. Let them," she added. Meanwhile, talking about TMKOC, the show has been running successfully for 17 years now. Previously, in an exclusive interview with News18 Showsha, the show's maker, Asit Kumarr Modi, talked about creating a TMKOC universe when he told us, 'People love TMKOC. It's been 15 years and people are still watching it. One can watch the show not only on television but on OTT, YouTube, and other platforms too. That's why I felt that I should do something with the characters of the show. Today Jethalal, Babita, Dayaben, Sodhi and other characters of the show have become household names. They are like everyone's family members." view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 08:44 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.
News18
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
TMKOC's Sonalika Joshi Opens Up About Her Father's Sacrifices
Sonalika Joshi, widely known as Madhavi Bhide, has become a household name for her role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. She has been entertaining the audience for around 17 years. Recently, the actress talked about her father's sacrifices to aid her acting career, revealing how he left a lavish life to shift to Mumbai. She recalled leaving their bungalow to live in a one-room kitchen. During a recent podcast with Rajshri Marathi, she opened up about her childhood, her father's unwavering support for her acting career and more. 'I was very calm and had a poised behaviour. For me, my motto was not to trouble anyone, and nobody should get bothered because of me. So I didn't do all those childhood mastis but I would play with my brother and his friends. So I was quite good at cricket and all," she stated, speaking about her childhood.
