Nidhi Bhanushali , who is best remembered for playing the role of Atmaram Tukaram Bhide's daughter, Sonu in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah , quit the show in 2019 to pursue higher studies. However, she made a comeback to screens with a webshow last year. In a recent podcast with Hindi Rush, the actress addressed the ongoing speculation about lead actors Dilip Joshi ( Jethalal ) and Munmun Dutta (Babita) quitting the show.
For the uninitiated, recently there were rumours in the media that actors Dilip Joshi (Jethalal), Tarun Mahashabde (Mr Iyer) and Munmun Dutta (Babita) might be quitting the show.
Reacting to the news, Nidhi said, "Aap kitne hi time ke liye ek cheez roj kar sakte ho. Everybody has a life and has a right to think about what they want to do for themselves."
She further added how no one needs to justify why they are leaving the show, "I know the show is big, and it has given recognition to many actors. But at the end of the day, it is work. I don’t feel like anybody needs to give any justification for their decision to leave the show," she said.
When asked about other actors quitting TMKOC due to differences with the production house and the team, Nidhi shared, “Aisi kaunsi cheez hoti hai jo sirf acchi hai? Every coin has two sides. Everybody is trying to do their best. I really don’t know what to say on this. I chose what I chose when I thought the time was right. And I have just moved on in life."
Recently, producer Asit Kumarr Modi also dismissed the rumours about Dilip Joshi, Munmun and Tarun quitting the show.
Nidhi Bhanushali, who portrayed Sonu Bhide — the spirited daughter of Atmaram Bhide — in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, was adored for her lively and cheerful performance.