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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Exclusive - Daya Shankar Pandey aka Inspector Chalu Pandey on Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah; says 'Ye sirf ek show nahi, mere jeevan ka ek bahut hi zaruri ang hai'
Seasoned actor Daya Shankar Pandey , who is popularly known as Inspector Chulbul Pandey from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah recently opened up about his long association with show and it's producer Asit Kumarr Modi. In an exclusive chat with Times of India TV, Daya Shankar called the popular sitcom as an important part of his life. Speaking about being a part of TMKOC, Daya Shankar said, "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah sirf ek show nahi hai ye mere jeevan ka ek bahut hi zaruri ang hai (TMKOC is not just a show for me, it's a deeply important part of my life). I'm not bringing this up to place any expectations on the show's producer and creator, Asit Kumarr Modi. Our association dates all the way back to 1986, during our college years—he was my senior at the time, and we've remained in touch ever since. I must also highlight that he is a gifted performer. Choosing to step away from acting was a thoughtful move on his part, perhaps even guided by fate. He was truly talented, having earned multiple accolades in inter-college drama competitions." Daya Shankar Pandey, known for his roles in numerous hit Bollywood films, also spoke about a pivotal moment in Asit Kumarr Modi's journey. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scam Exposed: What They Won't Tell You about zero trust! Expertinspector Click Here Undo He shared that directing a stage play marked a significant turning point in Modi's career. He shared, "Asit Kumarr Modi was my senior in college. After he graduated, we continued participating in inter-college drama competitions. I remember one particular day — I was rehearsing for a college play, but we didn't have a director. We never had the budget to hire directors from outside. That day, Asit ji came to see the rehearsals. He was just watching from the side, observing the process closely. He once told to me, 'Pandey, should I direct you?' At that time, we didn't have the budget to hire a professional director, and since he had the experience, being my senior, I agreed immediately. I told him, 'Yes, go ahead and direct.' He ended up directing that play, which was titled Bhikhmange, written by Sudhir Kodi ji. It turned out to be a major success and received several awards across inter-college drama competitions, including Best Director and Best Play. That play became a turning point for him, and as you can see today, he's successfully running Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Sometimes I jokingly feel a bit envious that he gave up on acting to become a producer. Maybe if I had taken a similar path, I'd be in a comfortable position too (laughs)." For those who might not know, Inspector Chalu Pandey first joined Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah in 2010. He made his debut during a memorable plotline where Jethalal, Sodhi, Iyer, and Nattu Kaka were wrongly accused and arrested in connection with a car theft. This marked the beginning of the character's recurring presence in the show. Video: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (Promo)
News18
3 days ago
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- News18
TMKOC: 'Goli' Kush Shah Opens Up On Quitting Show, Says 'Had To Take This Decision...'
Last Updated: Kush Shah also recalled working with Dilip Joshi and stated that he "loved" each day he spent on the sets of TMKOC. Kush Shah has opened up on quitting Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. In a recent interview, the young actor, who used to play the role of Goli Hathi in the popular sitcom, shared that he misses being on sets. Kush mentioned that it was also important for him to leave the show because it was time for him to 'do something". 'I miss being on sets because that is my home. But I had to take this decision for me because I turned 27 and I felt this is the time to do something. I feel this show is going to go on forever as viewers are not going to stop loving the show. I love TMKOC, the people on the show, I genuinely love it and I was addicted to that environment. We shot during COVID as well. We shifted to Daman and shot there. There has not been a single day when I've woken up and I don't have to go anywhere. Then there comes a time when you start missing it," Kush said during his appearance on the podcast, Just Kidding with Sid. Kush further recalled working with Dilip Joshi and stated that he 'loved" each day he spent on the sets of TMKOC. 'I was in 5th class when I started doing Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. I started working during the 5th standard vacation. We used to sit with Dilip sir with scripts in our hands and would improvise. I started learning from him as a kid and enjoyed it. I have learnt a lot, especially from Bhide (Mandar) uncle and Dilip sir. They have a crazy timing. I loved acting and enjoyed each day on the sets," he added. Kush Shah left TMKOC in 2024 in order to pursue higher studies abroad. He has been replaced by Dharmit Shah on the show. TMKOC has been running on television for over 17 years now. Kush was not the first actor to leave the popular sitcom. Previously, several other actors, including Disha Vakani, Bhavya Gandhi, Gurucharan Singh, Shailesh Lodha, Neha Mehta, Jennifer Mistry and Raj Anadkat also left the show. First Published:
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's Goli aka Kush Shah reacts to body positivity; says 'Main patla hounga toh pata chalega...'
Kush Shah, best known for his role as Goli on Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently discussed his departure from the show and his opinions on personal health during a candid podcast visit on Just Kidding with Sid. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shah worked for 16 years on TMKOC, a sitcom that is now one of India's most popular and longest-running television sitcoms. Reflecting on his time there, Shah stated that the leave was not easy. Kush gets candid about how he isn't a fan of the concept of Body Positivity, sharing his views, Kush said, "See I am fat and when I talk about food it looks.. see I don't like this body positivity concept. I am not like that and I don't want to be positive about my body. If you are told that you will die if you don't lose weight, then it is all about your lifestyle. A while back, I had lost a lot of weight, that is when I realised that you come to know how you breathe. " He further shared what he plans to do for fitness, "See how you can see your features, I don't see them. Main patla hounga toh pata chalega, main kaisa dikhta hoon. That is when I will see a different side of me. But with all this body positivity, calm down. So when I keep talking about food, at one point it looks disgusting. My friends are all fit, they have abs and are completely chiselled. But they eat way more than me so I want to do that. " Kush and his love for food has been a love tale be it onscreen or offscreen. The actor shared that being a vegetarian, he loves eating everything. One thing he can't control himself from having is a chilled drink. It could be any beverage but needs to be extremely chilled.
News18
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Dilip Joshi Turns 57: Reliving Jethalal's Funniest Moments from TMKOC
Last Updated: Here are a few hilarious moments of Jethalal (played by Dilip Joshi) from the popular TV series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's beloved Jethalal, played by Dilip Joshi, needs no introduction. With his impeccable comic timing and unmatched on-screen presence, the actor has long cemented his place in television history. On the occasion of his 57th birthday today, May 26, we take a nostalgic look at some of Jethalal's funniest moments from the iconic, longest-running sitcom, TMKOC. Jethalal's New Year's Day Interrupted Even years after their original telecast on Sony SAB, the episodes of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah continue to leave audiences in stitches with their timeless humour and stellar performances. In one memorable New Year's episode, Jethalal is seen enjoying a peaceful national holiday—until he's disrupted by a persistent hammering sound. To his surprise, it turns out to be his Babuji, attempting to repair his old atechi (a vintage suitcase) that he had bought with his first salary. What follows is a hilariously heartwarming exchange between father and son, as they chat about the significance of starting the New Year on a meaningful note. Drunk Jethalal Delivers Babita (aka kabita) Jethalal's soft corner for Babita is known to all. Isn't it? The entire plot has never used any form of vulgarity to showcase the subtle case of likings and flirting from Jethalal's endearing side towards Babita (played by Munmun Dutta). In one of the episodes, the drunk character can be seen delivering a kabita, which he mispronounced as Babeetaa and left everyone moved. Watch the entire video here: Jethalal Gets An Electric Shock Yet again, in another episode, when Jethalal attempted to become Babita's saviour, he landed in huge trouble. It was after her house's tubelight started flickering that Jethalal tried to repair it and got an electric shock. But what happened next will surely tickle you to the bones. Watch the entire video here: Jethalal Gets Locked Inside His Shop Jethalal and his comic timings seem to be a never-ending affair. Even in crisis, Dilip Joshi's on-screen character has taught us how to face it with a smile. When he was locked inside his shop by his staff, besides how he handled the thieves, it was his engaging conversation with them that was surely a laughter riot. Watch the entire video here: Jethalal Was Trolled For Dressing No matter what Dilip Joshi was asked to do in TMKOC, he delivered it with complete charm. In one of the episodes, he left the viewers rolling on the floor in laughter with his hilarious dressing, which showcased how he was wearing a shirt smaller than his size. Watch the entire video here: Jethalal Gets Kidnapped What is the first reaction you might give if you ever get kidnapped? Stop your imagination right away, as Jethalal reacted in something truly inspirational. It was when he was kidnapped for some money it was his quirky conversation style with the kidnappers left everyone stunned. Watch the entire video here: Jethalal Tries Hands-On Fitness After Jethalal's noticeable weight gain left everyone in splits, he decided it was time to get fit. In a hilarious episode, he sets out to join Babita for her morning jog. However, true to his comic timing, he arrives late, only to add to the chaos with his sandals breaking. Watch the entire video here: Jethalal's Hilarious Dance Steps Jethalal has mixed his touch of comedy in each kind of activity. Agree? Even in a series of dance steps, he didn't miss the chance to keep the viewers entertained. Watch the entire video here: FYI: Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah's story revolves around daily happenings in 'Gokuldham Co-operative Society" and focuses mainly on the life of Jethalal (played by Dilip Joshi), a Gujarati businessman. It also features his simple wife Daya Ben (Disha Wakani), his advisor neighbour Taarak Mehta (Shailesh Lodha), and many others in key roles. tags : dilip joshi entertainment television TV Location : Mumbai, India, India First Published: May 26, 2025, 14:37 IST News movies » television » Dilip Joshi Turns 57: Reliving Jethalal's Funniest Moments from TMKOC Latest News Genelia D'Souza Pays Tribute To Vilasrao Deshmukh On 80th Birth Anniversary Bollywood Opinion Opinion | Red Rebellion Crushed: Modi, Shah Drive India Towards Its Biggest Internal Victory Bollywood J-Hope Looks Startled As Police Pull Over His Car Post-Concert In Taipei Lifestyle Cancer Warning Signs: Don't Ignore These Subtle Symptoms Breaking News Theyve 31% Foreign Students And Wont Tell Us Who They Are: Trump Launches Fresh Salvo At Harvard latest news
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
TMKOC's Kush Shah criticizes 'body positivity' movement; shares his personal struggle with being overweight
Kush Shah , popularly known for playing the beloved character Goli on Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), recently opened up about his departure from the show and his thoughts on personal health during a candid podcast appearance on Just Kidding with Sid. Shah spent 16 years on TMKOC , a sitcom that has become one of India's longest-running and most-watched television shows. Reflecting on his time there, Shah shared that the exit was far from easy. He compared leaving the show to ending a meaningful relationship, saying it felt like "breaking up on good terms." Though he never experienced a romantic breakup, he admitted to crying and feeling actual physical pain in his heart when he made the decision. TMKOC, which premiered in 2008 and is now a part of Indian pop culture history, had been more than just a job for him — it was, in his words, his 'first love.' Rejecting Body Positivity for Health Awareness by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tan Thoi Hoa: Unsold Furniture Liquidation 2024 (Prices May Surprise You) Unsold Furniture | Search Ads Learn More What stood out during the podcast was Shah's stark views on the body positivity movement. Despite being overweight himself, he expressed strong opposition to the idea of accepting one's body at the cost of health. 'I don't believe in body positivity,' he stated clearly. He explained that if a medical professional advises someone to lose weight due to serious health risks, ignoring that advice in favor of body positivity is dangerous. Shah believes that lifestyle and physical well-being must take precedence over self-acceptance narratives when health is at risk. He recalled his own struggles with weight, noting how his breathing pattern had changed due to being overweight. He also admitted that he hasn't been able to clearly identify his own facial features, saying, 'Main patla hounga toh pata chalega, main kaisa dikhta hoon.' TMKOC: A Cultural Landmark TMKOC, based on Tarak Mehta's Gujarati column Duniya Ne Undha Chashma, has remained a staple of Indian television for more than a decade. The sitcom, produced by Asit Kumarr Modi, has seen remarkable milestones — completing 1000 episodes in 2012, 2000 in 2016, 3000 in 2020, and crossing 4000 episodes in 2024. Over time, it has not only entertained millions but also contributed to national campaigns like Clean India, and was once used as a case study by the Mudra Institute of Communications in Ahmedabad. For Shah, being part of a show with such legacy has been a defining chapter of his life. But now, as he moves on, he seems focused on personal growth — emotionally and physically.
