Dilip Joshi is remembered as only one character in the memories of all his fans – Jethalal from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. It is an Indian comedy TV show that has over 3000 episodes in the span of 15 years. But, did you know he also has short roles in famous movies like ‘Maine Pyaar Kiya’, ‘Fir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani’, ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun’?
This amazing actor has gained a ton of blessings for making so many people laugh and today, he turns 54. On this occasion, here are some lesser-known facts about Jetha Bhai:
One: Originally, he was nominated for the role of Champaklal. However, he suggested that he’d do better as Jethalal and so, he went for it. We all know how well that decision turned out. TMKOC is the longest-running TV show in the history of the Indian television entertainment industry. For each episode, sources state he charges around 1.5 lacs.
Two: Before becoming famous, from 1885 to 1990, Dilip Joshi worked as a travel agent for 12 hours every day. That’s where we all start, right? Typical job hours and corporate world routine. He was managing luxury buses between Mumbai and Ahmedabad, and Mumbai and Bhavnagar.
Three: He was just eighteen when he got engaged to his now wife, Jayamala, and she was a 14-year-old little girl! When they turned legal, they officially got married. Our Jetha Bhai who has an underrated chemistry with Daya Ben was a shy boy who went to an all-boys school and hesitated to interact with his own wife.
Four: One important yet seldom-discussed part of his career is Hun Hunshi Hunshilal where he played the lead character of a scientist. Recently, Jetha Bhai disclosed that he would jog 4kms every day from Marine Lines to Hotel Oberoi in the rain. It’d take him 45 minutes and he lost 16kgs in just 45 days!
Happy birthday to Jetha Bhai!
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