Mandar Chandwadkar, who essays the role of Atmaram Thukaram Bhide in SAB TV’s Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (produced by Neela Telefilms), is a mechanical engineer by profession, and acting happened to him by chance. Isn’t this an interesting piece of news? Well, let us hear about this from the man himself. Mandar tells Tellychakkar.com, “I never thought I would be an actor. During my college days, I used to act in plays. I am a mechanical engineer by profession, but I guess I was destined to be an actor.” Talking about getting into the skin of the role of Bhide, the actor says, “Well, I am happy playing the role of Bhide. In real life I am not like him; I am more of the fun-loving guy and would never dominate things the way Bhide does. I love the way my career is shaping up. My journey as an actor which started with Marathi theatre and then moved on to serials has been great. There are people who ask me whether I will not take up any new show. My answer always is that till the time Taarak exists, I will not leave it. I am very attached to the show. In future I would want to try my hand at reality shows and even Bollywood.” Talking about the Taarak team, Mandar avers, “It is one of the best teams to work with. Dilip Joshi is a fine actor, even the kids are marvellous. I feel blessed to be part of this team.” Mandar, we wish you a great future...