Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Theatre Artist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/05/1968 |
| Age | 58 years |
| Birthplace | Bhuleshwar, South Mumbai |
| Hometown | Gosa Village, Porbandar, Gujarat |
Latest News about Dilip Joshi
26/05/2025
Dilip Joshi celebrated his 57th birthday on May 26, 2025, marking another year as the beloved face of 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'. The actor, who has been part of the show since its inception in 2008, continues to be a fan favorite for his portrayal of Jethalal Champaklal Gada, with the series having produced over 1,000 episodes.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous Role | Jethalal Champaklal Gada in the popular Hindi sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (2008) |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 165 cm (5’ 5”) | ||||||
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| Weight | 80 kg (176 lbs) | ||||||
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| Eye Color | Brown | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School(s) | St. Sebastian Goan High School, Mumbai Wilson College, Mumbai (class 11 in science) Hinduja College of Commerce, Mumbai (class 12 in commerce) |
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| College/University | Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Ethnicity | Gujarati |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Political Inclination | BJP |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Engagement Date | 1983 |
Family
| Father | Raman Joshi |
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| Mother | Deepa Joshi |
| Siblings | He has three elder siblings. |
| Spouse | Jaymala Joshi |
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Career
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Favourites
| Music Band(s) | Pink Floyd, Bee Gees |
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| Singer | Michael Jackson |
| Food | Rotlo, Basi Rotla with Vagar in Chaas, Jalebi-Fafda, Yellow Daal |
| Cuisine(s) | Chinese, Italian, Indian |
| Vegetable(s) | Cauliflower, Methi Bhaji, Palak, Tendli |
| Beverage(s) | Chaas, Tea |
| Tea Brand | Hasmukhrai Tea |
| Dessert | Chocolates with Almond |
| Recipe | Moong Daal Dhokla |
| Spice | Jeera (cumin seeds) |
| Utensil | Tea Pan |
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| Footballer | Lionel Messi |
Style Quotient
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Social Media
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@DilipJoshiJethalal |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Dilip Joshi is a renowned Indian actor known for his role as Jethalal Champaklal Gada in the television series 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'. | |
| 2. His father named him after the Indian actor Dilip Kumar due to his admiration for the artist. | |
| 3. At 12, Dilip Joshi joined the Little Theatre Academy of Namdev Lahute and began acting in Gujarati plays. | |
| 4. He has featured in Gujarati plays like 'Bapu Tame Kamaal Kari' and 'Jalsa Karo Jayantilal' alongside Disha Vakani. | |
| 5. During high school, his dedication to theater caused him to fail exams; he won several awards in inter-college acting competitions. | |
| 6. In his youth, he enjoyed cricket and played as a batsman at the Young National Cricket Club. | |
| 7. Dilip started a travel agency in Mumbai in 1985 but closed it in 1990 to break away from routine. | |
| 8. For a 1992 film, he lost 16 kg in just 6 weeks. | |
| 9. He has acted in various Hindi movies like 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!' and 'What’s Your Raashee?'. | |
| 10. His presence on TV includes serials like 'Zara Hatke Zara Bachke' and 'F.I.R.'. | |
| 11. In 'Kya Baat Hai,' he played Rangaswami in 1997. | |
| 12. He rose to fame with 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' in 2008. | |
| 13. Initially hesitant about his character's portrayal, he quickly became a beloved part of the show. | |
| 14. In 2008, he joined the BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. | |
| 15. Dilip has appeared in commercials for brands like Hajmola and Imperial Blue Rose. | |
| 16. Outside work, he enjoys traveling, music, and road trips. | |
| 17. Jalebi-fafda is among his favorite foods, just like his character's. | |
| 18. Reports of a dispute with co-star Raj Anadkat were dismissed by Dilip as false news. | |
| 19. His onscreen father in 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah,' Amit Bhatt, is younger than him by seven years. | |
| 20. In 2021, he launched his YouTube channel featuring interviews and work-related content. | |
| 21. He frequently visits religious sites due to his spiritual nature. | |
| 22. Dilip Joshi wears a red tikka on his forehead when not filming. |