Did 'Jethalal' Dilip Joshi Grab 'TMKOC' Maker Asit Modi's Caller Amid On-Set Fight? He Reacts

In the last few years, many former Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actors have gone on record claiming the toxic atmosphere on-set and have accused its producer Asit Modi of poor conduct with the actors.

Amid that, a new report started doing the rounds claiming that the latest actor to get into a fight with Asit Modi is none other than the lead star Dilip Joshi who is popular as Jethalal.

A News18 report claimed that Dilip Joshi almost got into a physical altercation with Asit Modi and grabbed him by his caller while filming for a recent episode. A source told the website that Dilip wanted a few days off and had approached Asit Modi for the same but the creator of the show decided to avoid the conversation altogether.

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The source stated, “It was the last day of Kush Shah’s shoot. Dilip ji was waiting for Asit bhai to come and talk to him about his leaves. But when Asit bhai came, he directly went to meet Kush. This disappointed Dilip ji.”

The source added, “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 the two sort their differences.”

It was also reported that this wasn’t the first time Dilip Joshi got into an argument with Asit Modi. The two have quarrelled many times in the past as well.

Later, when Indian Express reached out to Mandar Chandwadkar who plays Bhide on the show and asked him about the authenticity of the rumoured fight, he denied the same and said, “What rubbish? Who spread these rumours? We all are shooting absolutely peacefully and happily.”

Echoing the response, Amit Bhatt who plays Champaklal Gada simply responded, ”No, yaar”.

As the news of his heated argument with Asit Modi spread like wildfire, Dilip Joshi released a statement refuting the same.

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He wrote, “I just want to clear the air about all these rumors 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.

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.

Earlier, there were even rumors about me leaving the show, which is completely false. And now, it feels like every few weeks, there’s another new story trying to defame Asit Bhai and the show in some way. It’s disappointing to see such things popping up again and again, and sometimes, I can't help but wonder if some people are just jealous of the show’s continued success.

I don’t know who is behind spreading these stories, but I want to say this clearly: I'm here, I’m working every day with the same love and passion for the show, and I’m not going anywhere. I’ve been a part of this wonderful journey for so long, and I will continue to be a part of it.

We all stand together in our commitment to make this show the best it can be, and I just wish the media would take a moment to verify the facts before printing such hurtful stories. Let’s focus on the positivity and joy that this show brings to so many. Thank you to our fans for always supporting us—it really means the world.”