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, while remaining closely associated with 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'. Reports published around the date highlighted his long-running portrayal of Jethalal Champaklal Gada and his continued popularity with television audiences.
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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. |