Overview

• Asit Modi said that reinstating Disha Vakani’s Dayaben isn’t straightforward and requires time and the right storytelling context.
• He stressed that strong narrative focus keeps viewers engaged and minimizes the impact of any character absence.
• Modi refuted reports of Dilip Joshi quitting the show, explaining his recent hiatus was due to personal commitments.
• Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has topped television ratings for four consecutive weeks, reaffirming its enduring popularity.
• Fans revive calls for a Dayaben return roughly every two months, highlighting the character’s lasting appeal despite her eight-year absence.