Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (TMKOC) fans have been eagerly waiting for the return of Dayaben, a character loved by many. Actress Disha Vakani, who played Dayaben, went on maternity leave in 2018 and has not returned to the show since. Now, after years of waiting, it seems like the search for a new Dayaben is almost over.

A new actress has been shortlisted

A person who knows about the show has shared that TMKOC’s producer, Asit Modi, has been searching for a new actress to play Dayaben. Recently, he saw an audition that he really liked. The source said, “Yes, it is true. Asit ji had been looking for a new Dayaben, and recently, one audition impressed him a lot. Mock shoots with the actress are underway. It’s been around a week that she has been here, shooting with us.”

The name of the actress has not been revealed yet, but the team is testing her by doing mock shoots to see if she fits the role well. Asit Modi has not officially said anything about this, and his team has not answered questions from the media.

Disha Vakani’s absence from the show

In an interview earlier this year, Asit Modi confirmed that Disha Vakani may not return to TMKOC. He explained that she is busy with her two children and managing her family. “I am still trying. I believe Disha Vakani can’t be back. She has two children. She is like my sister. Even today we have a very close relationship with her family. My sister Disha Vakani has tied a Rakhi to me. Her father and brother are also family to me.”

He also added, “It is difficult for her now (to return to the show). For women, life changes after marriage. Working with small children and managing the house is really a bit difficult for them. But I am still positive. I feel somewhere that God will do some miracle, and she will return. If she comes, then it will be a good thing. If for some reason she does not come, then I will have to bring another Dayaben for the show.”

TMKOC continues to be popular

TMKOC has been on TV for 16 years and is still one of the most popular shows in India. Even though Dayaben has been missing, the show has changed over time and now focuses on the lives of different people in the Gokuldham Society.

However, fans still miss Dayaben’s special charm. If she returns—whether played by Disha Vakani or a new actress—it will be a big and exciting moment for the show.

Right now, it is not clear when the new actress will be officially introduced or how her character will be brought back into the story. Fans are eagerly waiting for the makers to confirm the news.

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