Discover the untold story of the heated argument between Dilip Joshi (Jethalal) and producer Asit Modi during the Hong Kong shoot of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
The popular TV serial Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been entertaining audiences for years, largely due to its beloved characters and compelling stories. One of the most iconic characters, Jethalal, played by Dilip Joshi, has become a household name. However, behind the scenes, an intense clash once took place between Dilip Joshi and the show’s producer Asit Modi—an incident that shocked fans but was later kept under wraps.
The Hong Kong Episode Fallout
The dramatic incident reportedly happened during the shooting of the Hong Kong episode, where the entire cast was filming abroad. Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal, who plays Roshan Singh Sodhi on the show, revealed in an interview that a heated argument broke out between Dilip Joshi and Asit Modi. According to Jennifer, “There was a very serious fight in Hong Kong. It happened in front of the entire crew, and voices were raised. Dilip Joshi even grabbed Asit Modi by the collar.”
The tension between the actor and the producer escalated to such an extent that the atmosphere on set turned sour. Jennifer explained how Dilip Joshi expressed his frustration, saying repeatedly, “Why do you keep interfering during the shooting of the episodes? This is not how it should be in Hong Kong.” When Asit Modi claimed, “I made the Gokuldham characters,” Dilip fired back, “What do you mean you made the Gokuldham characters?”
Clash Over Leave Request
The conflict did not end there. Reports suggest that the tension resurfaced when Dilip Joshi requested leave from the shoot. This led to another major argument between the two. Though Dilip later denied any such issues in public statements, the rumors about their fallout had already spread widely on social media. Even the cast’s open discussions hinted at the underlying conflict that had taken place.
Despite Conflicts, The Show Continues to Thrive
Despite this major controversy, the duo continued to work together, proving their commitment to the show and their professional relationship. Fans may never have known about this behind-the-scenes drama if not for the candid revelations from Jennifer Mistry.