MUMBAI: TV actor Dilip Joshi may have worked in several noteworthy films and shows in the past but the way his performance is applauded in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is unmissable. 

The actor, who started his career with Salman Khan's film Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989 alongside Bhagyashee, played the role of Ramu. 

He went on to star in films like Hun Hunshi Hunshilal and Hum Aapke Hain Kaun, until he ventured into television with Kabhi Yeh Kabhi Woh in 1995. 

He is known for playing several supporting roles in serials like Daal Mein Kala, Kora Kagaz, Hum Sab Ek Hain, Aaj Ke Shrimaan Shrimati and Hum Sab Baraati. 

However, it is his latest show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah that has made him a household name.

The actor plays the role of Jethalal Gada and has been entertaining the audience with the character since 2008. 

In fact, it is this show that has got Dilip his much-awaited stardom as fans long to see him with his signature mustache every day on the small screen. 

For his performance in the show, the actor has received several accolades, including 5 Telly awards and 2 ITA awards.

TMKOC has completed more than 13 years now and its TRP ratings are still going strong, thanks to the stellar cast of the show. 

Besides his on-screen appearance, Dilip, like most celebs, loves cars and has a swanky ride collection. 

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As per reports, while the actor has several cars, his favourite one is his black Audi Q-7. Reportedly, Dilip owns many cars, but his Audi ride costs a whopping Rs 80 lakh.

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Reports also suggest that the actor loves his Innova, that costs around Rs 14 lakh. 

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Besides Dilip's iconic character, he is also known to be very active on social media. He joined Instagram in 2020 and often shares amazing anecdotes about his life while posting some rare pictures too. 

He had recently shared a photo of himself while taking his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. 

He shared that he and his wife got jabbed a few days ago. "Asli mazza ‘JAB’ ke saath aata hai! My wife and I took our first dose of the Covid vaccine. If you qualify or know someone who qualifies, make sure to get vaccinated or help others along the process. Thank you to the staff at Holy Spirit Hospital for an extremely smooth experience.", he wrote.

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