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TMKOC: New Dayaben yet to be finalised, search for Disha Vakani’s replacement continues

Contrary to reports, the makers of popular show Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah have not yet found a new Dayaben.

New Dayaben aka Disha Vakani's replacement no found

Dayaben aka Disha Vakani's replacement not finalised. (Photos: Disha Vakani / Instagram)

Actor Disha Vakani, who portrayed the fan-favourite character Dayaben in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, took maternity leave in 2017 and has not returned to the show since. Time and again, reports of Disha’s return as Dayaben have surfaced online, only to leave fans disappointed. Something similar has happened once again.

According to a report in News 18, Disha’s replacement, the new Dayaben, had been finalised by the makers. An insider told the publication, “Yes, it is right. Asit ji had been looking for a new Dayaben, and recently, one of the auditions impressed him a lot. Mock shoots with the actress are underway. It’s been around a week that she has been here, shooting with us.”

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On the other hand, a source told Times of India that a replacement for Dayaben is yet to be finalised. Auditions have been ongoing for quite some time, but no suitable actor has been selected for the role yet. The source added, “The hunt to find Disha Vakani’s replacement is still going on.” The report also added that a few new characters will be joining the cast of Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah in the next 15-20 days.

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Despite multiple attempts by producer Asit Modi to bring Disha Vakani back to the show, the actor has not returned. With her seven-year-long sabbatical, a comeback now seems unlikely.

Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been successfully running on Indian television for the past 17 years. Over the years, the show has not only maintained its position in the TRP charts but has also continued to be loved by audiences.

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