Indian TV actor Dilip Joshi, who essays the main character of Jethalal in ‘Taarak Mehta ka Ooltah Chashmah’ , responded to the rumours of his departure from the long-running sitcom after an altercation with show’s producer Asit Modi. To Read Lifestyle Stories in Urdu- Click Here It was recently reported by an Indian media outlet that veteran actor Dilip Joshi, who has led the ensemble cast of ‘TMKOC’ since the beginning of the show, has resigned from playing the character of Jethalal, after an intense argument with the play’s producer Asit Modi, over his leave request, which was turned down by the latter in August. The report also suggested that Joshi held Modi by the collar in anger and even threatened him to leave the show during the altercation.

In response, Joshi has now issued a statement where he not only termed the viral rumours to be completely baseless and hurtful but also expressed his frustration over the spread of misinformation. A post shared by Dilip Joshi (@maakasamdilipjoshi) Addressing the reports of his fight with Modi, Joshi stated, “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 rumours, it hurts not only us but also our loyal viewers,” he added.

“It’s disheartening to see negativity being spread about something.