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Dilip Joshi refutes rumours of fight with TMKOC producer Asit Modi, calls them ‘untrue, baseless’: ‘People are just jealous’

Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal turned down the reports suggesting that he had a fight with Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma's producer Asit Kumar Modi.

Dilip Joshi turns down reports of his fight with Asit Modi (Photo: Instagram)

Actor Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal broke his silence regarding reports suggesting that he got into an ‘ugly fight’ with Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah producer Asit Modi. Dilip issued a statement calling these claims “completely untrue”. He insisited that “people are just jealous of the show’s continued success.” Dilip has been playing the role of Jethalal Champaklal Gada on the show since its inception in 2008.

As quoted by Times Now news, Dilip said in a statement, “I just want to clear the air about all these rumours going around. There have been some stories in the media about me and Asit Bhai that are completely false, and it really saddens me to see such things being said. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is a show that means so much to me and millions of fans, and when people spread baseless rumors, it hurts not only us but also our loyal viewers.”

He further added, “It’s disheartening to see negativity being spread about something that has brought so much joy to so many for so many years. Every time such rumors pop up, it feels like we’re constantly explaining that they are completely untrue. It’s tiring, and it’s frustrating because it’s not just about us—it’s about all the fans who love the show and get upset reading these things.” Dilip insisted that such rumours were “trying to defame Asit Bhai” and that he was “disappointed” to see such reports. He also said that stories about him quitting the show were false.

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What did the reports claim?

Earlier, News18 quoted a source saying, “Dilip ji got very angry and the two got into a heated argument. Dilip ji even held Asit Modi’s collar and threatened to leave the show. However, Asit bhai calmed him down. We don’t know how to two sort their difference.” The report also suggested that the fight took place in August because of a leave request.

Previously, in a chat with SCREEN, Mandar Chandwadkar, who plays Bhide on the show, also said that the reports were completely untrue. “What rubbish? Who spread these rumors? We all are shooting absolutely peacefully and happily,” he said.

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been on air since 2008. Produced by Neela Asit Modi and Asit Kumar Modi, the show is the longest running sitcom on Indian television.

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