Dilip Joshi became a household name for playing the iconic role of Jethalal Gada in the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The show is the longest running serial on the Indian small screen and is loved by the audience. The actor has been a part of the industry for a long time and has played many memorable characters over the years. Dilip gave life to Jethalal, who went on to become one of the most beloved characters of Indian television.
However, the role was offered to other actors before falling into Dileep’s lap. The part was rejected by five actors from the television and film industries. Here are the actors who refused to play Jethalal in TMKOC:
1. Rajpal Yadav
One of the finest actors of Bollywood, Rajpal Yadav is known for his comic timing and punch lines. Some of his best performances were seen in films like Hungama, Phir Hera Pheri and Chup Chup Ke. Very few people know that he was offered the role of Jethalal, but he declined as he did not want to venture into TV but wanted to focus on his career in Bollywood.
2. Ali Asghari
Actor Ali turned down the role due to prior work commitments. Ali, who has worked in popular serials like Kutumb, Kahaani Ghar Ghar Ki, Comedy Circus, is better known as ‘Dadi’ after his character in The Kapil Sharma Show.
3. Kiku Sharda
Known for portraying the roles of Bachha Yadav and Palak in the hit comedy show, The Kapil Sharma Show, Kiku Sharda refused the role of Jethalal as he did not want to commit to a full-fledged serial.
4. Ahsaan Qureshi
Noted stand-up comedian Ahsan Qureshi also declined the role. He was a participant in the reality show, The Great Indian Laughter Challenge.
5. Yogesh Tripathi
Yogesh Tripathi refused to play Jethalal due to prior professional commitments. He is best known for playing the role of Inspector Happu Singh in serial Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai.
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