MUMBAI: Disha Vakani became a household name after she starred in SAB TV's longest-running show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. The actress played the role of Gujarati housewife Dayaben in the show and her character instantly became famous among the viewers. She has a massive fan following and they were quite disappointed after she quit the show.
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As the gorgeous and talented actress celebrates her 46th birthday today, let us take a look at some interesting facts about her.
Education
Every Indian home has a unique spot reserved for our beloved Disha Vakani, also known as Daya. She became well-known when she co-starred with Dilip Joshi in the Sab TV series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. Few people are aware that Disha attended Siddhartha High School to finish her education, then went on to obtain a Dramatic Arts Diploma. Disha was born and raised in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. To everyone's amazement, Daya, in real life, is also from Ahmedabad.
Disha’s father in TMKOC
You would be astonished to hear that Bhim Vakani, the father of Disha Vakani and a well-known theater actor, has appeared on multiple occasions in the popular program Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah. He played the part of Mavji Bhai Chheda, the buddy of Champaklal Gada.
Disha’s brother
Of you, how many still remember Sundar? However, are you aware of his actual relationship with Disha Vakani? In TMKOC, Sundar and Daya are real-life siblings as well as a brother and sister team. These twins' flawless talents and incredible sense of humor stole the stage.
Disha debuted as a child artist
Disha Vakani, following in her father's footsteps, was exposed to theater from an early age. She started out as a child theater performer and debuted in Kamsin: The Untouched, which starred Disha Vakani in the title role. This was a B-grade thriller that didn't really make Disha famous.
Theater collab with Tanmay aa Bagha
Disha Vakani persisted in performing in theater productions such as Lali Lila, Baa Retire Thai Che, and Kamal Patel vs. Dhamal Patel, never giving up. Many people are unaware that before the sitcom, Disha costarred in a theater piece as Bagha alongside Tanmay Vekaria, well known from TMKOC.
Disha’s theater work with Dilip Joshi
Were you aware that Disha collaborated with Dilip Joshi prior to TMKOC? Disha and Dilip, one of the most popular on-screen duos, both starred in the Gujarati drama Jalsa Karo Jayantilal. After pursuing separate careers in theater, the two met again in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.
Disha in Hindi films
Disha Vakani has played supporting parts in a number of well-known Bollywood films. She wowed audiences with her outstanding performances in Jodhaa Akbar, Devdas, Mangal Pandey: The Rising, Phool Aur Aag, and other films.
Disha is not on social media
One of the well-known TV actors has not been on social media and has led a secluded life. Fans are eager to see Disha Vakani again because they are unsure of her recent whereabouts after her last appearance in TMKOC.
Disha’s exit from TMKOC
Disha Vakani, who wed chartered accountant Mayur Padia in 2015, decided not to come back to the show after taking a maternity leave in 2017, which devastated viewers.
Disha has 2 children
Disha Vakani has 2 kids. In 2017, she gave birth to a daughter, and in 2022, she became pregnant once more and gave birth to a boy. Now that she is no longer in the spotlight, Disha Vakani is content with her life and her family.
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