From Dilip Joshi to Tanuj Mahashabde: Here’s how much popular Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actors earn per episode

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC) has been successfully running for the last 17 years, making it one of India’s longest-running TV shows. Popular characters like Jethalal, Daya, Taarak Mehta, Babita Ji and more have made the show a big hit ever since 2008. It is also known to be one of the most-watched sitcoms of all time in India. The show has been airing for over 17 years now, making it a fan favourite. Here is a look at how much the characters from the show are being paid for their roles in 2025.

Dilip Joshi, best known as Jethalal, is one of the most loved and entertaining characters of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Known for his hilarious expressions, comic timing, and constant bickering with Bhide, he has been a favourite of fans for years. He reportedly charges around Rs 1.5–2 lakh per episode, making him the highest-paid actor on the show. Dilip has also worked in several hit Bollywood films like Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun!. Jethalal, with his ever-new problems, still never fails to make TMKOC fans laugh out loud. (Photo: Instagram)

Tanuj Mahashabde, who plays the calm yet witty Iyer in TMKOC, reportedly earns around Rs 65,000 per episode. Fans love his rivalry and banter with Jethalal and his comebacks whenever the two get into a fight. Tanuj has been a part of the show since its early days, making him a loved character for years. (Photo: Instagram)

Amit Bhatt, known as Bapu Ji or Champak Lal Gada, is admired for his fatherly nature and gentle humour. His character is known to constantly nag his son Jethalal while being equally gentle and affectionate toward his grandson Tapu. His on-screen duality is loved by fans. He earns around Rs 70,000 per episode. His mix of old-fashioned wisdom with moments of comedy makes him one of the most respected characters in the show. (Photo: Instagram)

Munmun Dutta, who plays the stylish and bubbly Babita Ji, is loved for her charming personality and her friendly chemistry with Jethalal. She reportedly charges between Rs 50,000–75,000 per episode. Her on-screen friendship and occasional teasing of Jethalal are fan favourites. (Photo: Instagram)

Mandar Chandwadkar, who plays the strict Atmaram Bhide, is known for his frequent clashes with Jethalal and his catchphrase, “Hamare zamane mein….” The actor earns around Rs 80,000 per episode. Fans enjoy Bhide’s disciplined approach to life and how he tries to keep the society in order. (Photo: Instagram)

Sonalika Joshi aka Madhavi Bhide is a caring mother and wife who manages her family and her popular achaari and papad business in Gokuldham Society. The actor earns around Rs 35,000 per episode. Fans love that she manages her husband Atmaram Bhide’s tantrums along with her witty humour. Sonalika too has been a part of the show since its early days and is loved by the fans for her role. (Photo: Instagram)

Shyam Pathak, known as Popatlal, plays the ever-anxious bachelor journalist who dreams of marriage someday. He charges around Rs 60,000 per episode. Popatlal is loved for his over-the-top reactions, constant worry, and the hilarious situations he finds himself in. (Photo: Instagram)

Tapu Sena, the ever-so-troublesome clan of Gokuldham Society, has played an important part in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah since the very beginning. Whether it is their enthusiasm for every society event, eagerness to learn new things, or the bond they share with the Gokuldham society, fans have loved watching them grow over the years. For their roles, the members of Tapu Sena reportedly earn around Rs 10,000–15,000 each. (Photo: Instagram)