Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has been ruling Indian television since 2008, with every character becoming a household name. Among the most beloved is Madhavi Bhabhi, known not just for being a homemaker, but also for her quirky side hustle—selling homemade pickles and papads in Gokuldham Society.

But have you ever wondered how much she actually charges for those tasty treats in the show?

Actress Sonalika Joshi has been playing Madhavi Bhide—wife of Gokuldham’s strict secretary Aatmaram Bhide—for the last 17 years. Her character, a practical and entrepreneurial woman, runs a home-based business selling pickles and papads, often roping in society members to help deliver them.

The answer was revealed in Episode 1870 of the show. In that episode, Bhide visits a customer to collect dues and receives ₹4,700 for 5 kilos of pickles and papads.

That breaks down to:

Now that’s some premium homemade goodness!

While it may be fictional, Madhavi Bhabhi’s pickle-and-papad business has become iconic among fans. Her hustle has become a symbol of everyday entrepreneurship and women’s empowerment—even sparking real-life memes and fan jokes about placing “orders.”

Sonalika Joshi isn’t just a fan favorite—she’s also well-paid. According to reports:

• She earns over ₹40,000 per episode

• Her net worth is estimated to be around ₹10 crore

Despite her success, she remains best known by her character’s name—Madhavi Bhabhi.