'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor, Dilip Joshi opened up about his chemistry with Disha Vakani in the show and how much he misses her character, 'Dayaben', in his recent interview.
The iconic television daily soap, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of the most-watched shows in India even to this very day. The first episode of Taarak Mehta was aired on July 28, 2008, on Sony SAB, and it has now become a part of its viewers’ lives across the nation. However, at the moment, the viewers are missing Disha Vakani’s character, ‘Dayaben’, and anxiously await her return.
As per reports, the mystery around her return is still going on, and no details about the same have been stated in the media by the show’s producers. However, in a recent interaction with the media, Dilip Joshi opened up about his on-screen wife, 'Dayaben', whose character was played by the exceptionally talented actress, Disha Vakani.
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The iconic actor admitted that he misses working with Disha Vakani on the show and added that viewers are also missing their chemistry. Highlighting the importance of Disha’s character in the show, Dilip Joshi also explained how 'Dayaben's character was the soul and an important part of their daily soap, which has been missing for some time now. Opening up about the same, Dilip Joshi said:
"As an actor, I miss the character of Daya. For a long time you all have enjoyed good and fun scenes of Daya and Jethalal. Ever since Disha ji left, that part, that angle, the funny part has been missing. The chemistry between Daya and Jetha is missing. People are also saying the same. Let’s see, I am always positive, Asit bhai is always positive. So you never know if something interesting may come up. Kal kisne dekha."
Further, in the same media interaction, Dilip Joshi also shared his thoughts about Disha Vakani’s return to the show, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The actor clearly stated everything depends on the producers and makers of the show, as he cannot comment on that. Dilip also hinted at the possibility of a new actress in the role of 'Dayaben', as he admitted that he is completely unaware of the decisions that the makers of the show are thinking about. He said:
"It totally depends on the makers. They will decide if they wish to replace and cast a new actor or not."
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A few months back, reports were rife that the makers of the famous daily soap, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah are planning to bring back the character of 'Dayaben' in the show. However, if the reports are to be believed, popular actress, Rakhi Vijan was the one, who got shortlisted for the role. A source close to The Free Press Journal revealed that the makers aren’t convinced about Disha Vakani’s return, which was why they had approached Rakhi for the role. The source was quoted as saying:
"Rakhi Vijan has been approached for essaying the role of Dayaben. Rakhi is one among the most talented actresses. She has a fine comic timing."
Do you wish to see Rakhi Vijan essaying the iconic character of 'Dayaben' opposite Dilip Joshi in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah? Let us know.
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