In an interesting revisit to Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, we will look at why Dilip Joshi was hesitant to sign the program.
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of the most enduring comedies in television history. The sitcom has been running for more than 15 years and continues to captivate viewers. With so much success, every character on the program has become a household name, and Jethalal, played by Dilip Joshi, is without a doubt the most popular character on TMKOC. But did you know the legendary actor was initially hesitant to join on to the show? Continue reading to learn more.
Jethalal’s quirks and cult
Dilip has played Jethalal on the show from its inception. While the character is well-written, Dilip’s extra effort and idiosyncrasies elevated Jethalal to the status of one of the most popular characters in Indian television history. Even after so many years, we can find some humorous memes starring Jethalal, which speaks volumes about the character’s popularity among the general public.
Dilip Joshi hesitated to sign Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
After watching the show for so long, it’s tough to imagine another actor playing Jethalal. However, there was a good chance that the identity might slip from Dilip Joshi’s control. For those who are unaware, Dilip was hesitant to sign Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah due to prior commitments, as revealed by the actor on the Singh And Insight YouTube channel.
It is understood that when Dilip Joshi was contacted for the role of Jethalal, he was already committed to the Main Aisi Kyunn Hoon program. It premiered in 2007 and, fortunately, aired for only one year. After the show concluded, Dilip joined Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah in 2008, and the rest is history. Truly, TMKOC and the figure Jethalal were part of Dilip’s destiny!
Meanwhile, Taarak Mehta Ka Chashmah has completed 4,094 episodes and will soon reach the milestone of 4,100.
