The credit for the success of the popular sitcom ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’ not only goes to its lead characters but also to the side characters who have tickled the audience with their small but impactful roles. One name included in this list is that of actor Nilesh Bhatt. Nilesh has shown his versatility in this show and has entertained the fans not just in one or two but in many different forms. His effortless acting has made him a familiar face among the loyal viewers of the show.
One actor and more than 20 roles
Nilesh Bhatt’s journey in ‘Taarak Mehta…’ has been quite an interesting one. He has played more than 20 different characters in this show so far. Sometimes the audience saw him as a drunk driver, and sometimes he was seen as a relative of Atmaram Tukaram Bhide. Apart from this, he played many interesting roles like Sunderlal’s friend, Raju Bhai (Khau Gali Wale), a prisoner and ‘Insaan Singh’. From the episodes of Khote Classes to Chandu Chillar, Chor, Hariyali Hotel Manager and Goon, Nilesh molded himself into every character very well.
‘Babu Chipke’ brought recognition to every household
The most memorable turning point in Nilesh Bhatt’s career came when he got the role of a carpenter named ‘Babu Chipke’. This one character brought him so much popularity and fame that people started calling him ‘Babu Chipke’ instead of his real name. In an interview, he himself had shared that after this role became a hit, the makers of the show also started calling him often for this role. This character is still very popular among the fans.
Long experience in cinema and television
Not just ‘Taarak Mehta…’, Nilesh Bhatt has also made his presence felt on the big screen. He has worked in popular films like Akshay Kumar’s ‘Oh My God’ and Abhishek Bachchan’s ‘All is Well’. She had also signed the film ‘Run Bhola Run’ with Govinda, although that film could not be released due to some reasons. Apart from this, he has also shown his acting skills in serious crime shows like ‘Crime Patrol’ and ‘Savdhaan India’.
journey from struggle to success
Before entering the world of acting, Nilesh Bhatt’s life was quite different. He initially opened a clothing shop to earn his livelihood. But his passion for acting drew him towards Gujarati theatre. He not only acted in theater but also worked hard as a backstage worker. His luck changed when ‘Taarak Mehta…’ writer Jitendra Parmar gave him the role of a goon in a play. Interestingly, the show’s lead actor Dilip Joshi was in the lead role in that drama. From there his talent was recognized and the doors of television opened for him.
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