Kush Shah aka Goli quits 'TMKOC'; this actor replaces him
27 Jul 2024

Kush Shah, a popular actor from the long-standing Indian TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has announced his exit from the series.

The announcement was made on Friday through a heartfelt video shared on the show's official YouTube channel.

In his farewell message, Shah, who played the role of Goli, expressed gratitude toward his fans and the creators of the show, reminiscing about his journey since he first joined as a young actor.

Shah reflects on his journey
Gratitude expressed

In his farewell message, Shah reflected on his time with the show, stating, "When this show started, when you and I first met, I was very young. You have given me a lot of love since then."

"I want to thank the creator of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Asit Kumarr Modi for this journey. He trusted me so much, made my character so interesting and always inspired me. Because of his trust, Kush became Goli today."

Farewell party and fans' emotional reaction to Shah's departure
Fans react

The cast of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah arranged a farewell party for Shah, complete with cake and well wishes for his future endeavors.

The farewell video concluded with a glimpse of the new actor set to take over the role of Goli, although his name has not been revealed yet.

Fans reacted emotionally to Shah's departure, expressing gratitude for giving him a proper farewell rather than an abrupt exit.

'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah': A long-running Indian show
Show Background

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is one of India's longest-running TV shows, set in the Gokuldham Co-operative Housing Society.

The show features characters from diverse backgrounds navigating their daily lives together.

The ensemble cast includes actors such as Dilip Joshi, Sunayana Fozdar, Balwinder Singh Suri, and Monaz Mevawalla among others.

Shah's departure marks a significant change in this long-standing series.