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Dilip Joshi said that the dialogue was not planned and was an impromptu response to Daya’s (Played by Disha Vakani) behaviour.
Dilip Joshi revealed the dialogue’s success was unexpected. (Photo Credits: Instagram)
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of India’s most popular and long-running television series. While every character plays a vital role, Dilip Joshi’s portrayal of Jethalal remains a fan favourite, thanks to his impeccable comic timing and iconic catchphrases. One of his most famous lines, “Aye Pagal Aurat,” became widely popular among viewers. However, did you know he was asked to stop using it?
In a podcast with Sorabh Pant, Dilip Joshi explained why he stopped using his hit line “Aye Pagal Aurat”. He stated that the dialogue was not planned and was an impromptu response to Daya’s (Played by Disha Vakani) behaviour. He stated, “On set, I improvised the ‘paagal aurat’ phrase based on how Daya reacted. There was a scenario on set, and the way Dayaben reacted and it let it fall out of my mouth during filming the scene.”
Dilip Joshi mentioned that although no one expected it, the dialogue became a tremendous success with the audience. However, “Aye Pagal Aurat” was eventually removed from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah due to a complaint. The dialogue was intended to be humorous but was perceived as offensive to women. Dilip Joshi mentioned, “Baad mein, uspe kuch women’s lib ya koi movement tha, mujhe bataya gaya, ‘Aage se, aap yeh nahi bolenge’ (Later, there was some women’s liberation movement or something, and I was told never to repeat it again.)”
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, starring Dilip Joshi, Amit Bhatt, Mandar Chandwadkar, and others, became a smash sensation on television due to its instant punchlines and incredible storyline. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah was created and produced by Asit Kumarr Modi through Neela Film Productions Private Limited. The story is based on Taarak Mehta’s novel Duniya Ne Undha Chashma, which was written for the Gujarati weekly newspaper Chitralekha. The story is set in Gokuldham, Mumbai, where people of different backgrounds, races, and customs cohabit. The friendly nature of the characters, particularly members of the Gada family and their neighbours, provides a distinct flavour to the show. The drama has recently ranked in the top two after presenting Tapu-Sonu’s marriage storyline with a twist.