From earning Rs 50 per role, being older than on-screen dad Amit Bhatt to recommending Munmun Dutta for the role of Babita: Lesser know facts about Taarak Mehta’s Dilip Joshi

Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal is one of the most loved actors of Indian television. His role of Jethalal Gada has the hearts of many. However, there are some lesser-known facts about the actor that you must not be aware of. You may enjoy his gimmicks on-screen as Jethalal, but the actor essaying the character is very different in real life. Take a look at the lesser known facts of Dilip Joshi..

The well-known comedian and actor tied the knot with Jaymala Joshi and together they have two kids, a son named Ritwik Joshi and a daughter named Neeyati Joshi.

Dilip Joshi's heart truly belongs to theatre. He dedicated over 25 years of his life to Gujarati theatre. His final stage performance was in 2007 in a play titled 'Daya Bhai Do Dhaya.'

Dilip Joshi had his share of initial days and struggles. He began his journey as a backstage artist for commercial stage performances, earning Rs. 50 per role. Despite the pay, his love for theatre kept him dedicated to his craft.

Facing unemployment is a common experience for many individuals, including Dilip Joshi. Reports indicate that he went through a period of being jobless for a year before eventually securing a role in the widely acclaimed TV series, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.

Dilip Joshi was actually first chosen to portray the character of Champaklal Gada, who is now played by Amit Bhatt. But Dilip felt he would be a better fit for Jethalal's role, so he auditioned for that instead.

According to media reports, Dilip Joshi receives Rs. 1.50 lakhs per episode for his role in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He is considered as one of the highest-paid actors in the show.

Dilip Joshi is actually older than Amit Bhatt, who portrays his on-screen father, Champaklal Gada, in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Amit Bhatt is four years younger than Dilip Joshi.

Did you know that Jethalal, played by Dilip Joshi, actually suggested Munmun Dutta for the role of Babita in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah? They had previously worked together in a show called Hum Sab Baraati back in 2004. It was Dilip Joshi who recommended Munmun for the character of Babita.