Tue Nov 19 18:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Jethalal Actor Denies Reports of Fight with TMKOC Producer
**MUMBAI, INDIA** – Dilip Joshi, the beloved actor who plays Jethalal in the long-running Indian sitcom *Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah*, has vehemently denied reports of a heated altercation with producer Asit Modi. In a statement released today, Joshi called the rumors “completely untrue” and attributed their origin to jealousy surrounding the show’s enduring success.
Recent reports claimed a fight occurred in August stemming from a leave request, with Joshi allegedly threatening to quit the show. These reports further suggested a physical confrontation involving Joshi grabbing Modi’s collar.
However, Joshi refuted these claims, stating that the rumors are not only false but also hurtful to him, his co-stars, and the show’s millions of loyal viewers. He expressed disappointment at the negativity surrounding the show and emphasized his continued commitment to *Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah*.
This denial is supported by Mandar Chandwadkar, who plays Bhide on the show, who previously dismissed the reports as “rubbish.”
*Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah*, which premiered in 2008, is India’s longest-running sitcom.
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