Dilip Joshi Hopes Disha Vakani Returns To ‘Taarak Mehta’

MUMBAI-Actor Dilip Joshi says he misses sharing the screen with former co-star Disha Vakani and hopes “a miracle happens” and she returns to the long-running sitcom ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.’

Speaking at a press conference marking the show’s 18-year milestone, Joshi, who plays Jethalal, reflected on his much-loved on-screen chemistry with Vakani, who portrayed Dayaben.

“It is obvious that for the last 10 years, Disha and I have been connected through this show. People know that we have done these amazing scenes together. So, we definitely miss that chemistry and those scenes,” Joshi said.

The actor said ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ producer Asit Kumarr Modi has often spoken about bringing back the memorable Jethalal-Dayaben scenes and continues to explore ways to recreate their charm.

“Recently, Asit ji was telling me that he also misses those scenes shot at home. He keeps thinking about how to bring such scenes back. He has the ideas, but it is not happening in the script,” Joshi said.

Praising Vakani’s contribution to the long-running sitcom, Joshi said, “The level of work that Disha has done as an actor, I definitely miss it.”

Expressing hope that fans may one day see Dayaben back in Gokuldham Society, he added, “I hope a miracle happens and she returns.”

Vakani, who earned immense popularity for her portrayal of Dayaben, has been away from ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ since 2017 after going on maternity leave. (IANS)