Recently, social media was filled with posts saying that Disha Vakani, known for her role as Daya in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), received the Padma Vibhushan for Acting Excellence. This is the second-highest civilian award in India, and the news spread quickly.

However, this information came from an unofficial source—Telly Updater—and no official announcement has been made by the government or any verified platform. As of now, this is fake news. Fans are advised to wait for an official statement before believing or sharing such rumors.

Who is Disha Vakani?

Disha Vakani is a popular Indian actress, born on August 17, 1978, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. She started acting at a young age, inspired and guided by her father, Bhim Vakani, who was a well-known Gujarati theatre artist. Disha performed in plays from childhood and later completed a degree in dramatic arts from Gujarat College.

She acted in several hit Gujarati plays like Kamal Patel vs. Dhamal Patel, Baa Retire Thai Che, and Lali Lila. Disha also appeared in supporting roles in Bollywood films like Devdas (2002) and Jodhaa Akbar (2008).

In her personal life, Disha is married to Mayur Padia, a chartered accountant from Mumbai. The couple has two children—a daughter born in 2017 and a son born in 2022.

Her iconic role in TMKOC

Disha Vakani became famous across the country for her role as Daya Jethalal Gada in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC), which has been airing on SAB TV since 2008. Her funny voice, playful dance moves, and popular catchphrase "Hey Maa, Mataji!" made her one of the most loved characters on Indian TV. Interestingly, her real brother, Mayur Vakani, also plays her onscreen brother, Sundarlal.

Disha took maternity leave in 2017 and hasn’t returned to the show yet, leaving fans eagerly waiting for her comeback.

For now, while Disha Vakani remains a beloved figure, the news of her Padma Vibhushan honor is just a rumor—not reality.

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