New DelhiMunmun Dutta, who rose to fame as Babita ji in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, talked about how she got the part. She also talked about her relationship with the show's Jethalal character, Dilip Joshi.
For sixteen years, the actress has been involved with TMKOC.
How the name Munmun Dutta was mentioned for Babita ji
Munmun Dutta recalled the casting process, saying that the producer of the show already had a working relationship with Dilip Joshi, who plays Jethalal. This led to multiple conversations about who would be best for the roles. "I believe it also occurred because the producer and Dilip Sir had previously collaborated and were familiar with one another. In a podcast, she told Ranveer Allahbadia that they were talking a lot about the casting at the time.
Munmun disclosed that several actors who were eventually cast in the show had their names suggested by Dilip Joshi. She added, "I also believe Disha, who played Daya bhabhi, was recommended by him. Dilip sir had recommended the names of two or three other actors who are part of the show today." Regarding myself, I am aware that my name was also proposed.
Munmun Dutta discusses her chemistry with Dilip Joshi, also known as Jethalal, on screen.
Munmun stated that her relationship with Dilip Joshi developed organically over time. We have a strong relationship, and as a seasoned actor, he has taught me a lot. She added, "We improvise a lot in our scenes, and the chemistry just happened naturally. It's all about action and reaction." He contributes his ideas, I share mine, and we make minor adjustments. I really enjoy doing these scenes and feel very at ease working with him.
Munmun also talked about how much Dilip Joshi's support has meant to her over the years. "Dilip Sir frequently gives me praise, especially since he has witnessed my journey from the start, when I was still learning." "Even now, when we talk during scenes, he tells me how much I've grown and how professional I've become," she remarked, describing the praise as unique and comforting.
She concluded by talking about her friendship with Amit Bhatt, who portrays Jethalal's father Champak Chacha, off-screen. Behind the scenes, Champak Chacha, also known as Amit Bhatt, is a lot of fun. He is among my closest friends. Amit is awesome, and it's hilarious how he dances to that specific song. After everything, he does that, and I really like it. I find it hilarious," she said.
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