Actor Dilip Joshi, best known for his role as Jethalal on the popular TV show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’, has found himself at the center of controversy following claims of a heated dispute with the show’s producer, Asit Kumar Modi. According to a recent report by News18, the confrontation occurred in August over Joshi’s request for a short leave, escalating into a physical altercation between the two.
What happened between Dilip Joshi and Asit Modi
The report details that Dilip Joshi, frustrated by Asit Kumar Modi’s refusal to discuss his leave request, became upset and allegedly grabbed the producer by his collar. The situation reportedly escalated to the point where Joshi threatened to leave the show. The incident supposedly took place on the final day of cast member Khush Shah’s shoot. There has been no confirmation from either Joshi or Modi directly, and the matter has been downplayed by other members of the cast.
Co-stars deny reports
Several of Joshi’s co-stars dismissed the reports. Amit Bhatt, who plays the character of Popatlal on the show told SCREEN, “No, yaar.”
Mandar Chandwadkar, who portrays Bhide, also rejected the rumours, and told SCREEN, “What rubbish? Who spread these rumours? We all are shooting absolutely peacefully and happily.”
This is not the first time ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ has been embroiled in controversy surrounding its producer. Last year, a number of former cast members—including actresses Jennifer Mistry, Monica Bhadoriya, and actor Sailesh Lodha—leveled serious allegations against Asit Modi and other members of the production team.
Despite the rumours, filming for Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah appears to be continuing as usual.