Disha took a maternity break from the show after she was blessed with a baby girl in 2018. And since has been missing in action.
A much-loved television star, Disha Vakani secured a place in the hearts of the audience after she essayed the role of Daya Ben in the hit sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' that has been entertaining the viewers for over 12 years.
Disha took a maternity break from the show after she was blessed with a baby girl in 2018. And since has been missing in action. But hopeful fans have been waiting for her return as Daya Ben on 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'.
In fact, in recent times, there have been several reports that suggested that she will be seen essaying her role once again upon which the show's producer Asit Modi had said in April this year that while he did understand the viewer's sentiments, amid the pandemic it would not be possible for Disha to make a comeback on the show.
So, as the audience waits with bated breath to see the lovely character of Daya Ben come alive on the small screen once again, several photos of Disha Vakani from her wedding album has gone viral on the internet.
Take a look:
1. 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Disha Vakani is married to Mayur Pandya
Actress Disha Vakani, who was last seen essaying the role of Daya Ben in 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', married Mayur Pandya, a chartered account, on November 24, 2015.
2. 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Disha Vakani: The beautiful bride
Disha Vakani kept the wedding low-profile with only relatives and close friends attending it. One of the many photos that is going viral on the internet is that of Disha in a bridal avatar, looking gorgeous as she smiles candidly while the camera captures her.
3. 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Disha Vakani's viral wedding photos
The wedding ceremony was organised at a banquet hall in Mumbai and Disha chose to sport a Gujarati-style red coloured lehenga for her special day. She accessoried with heavy kundan jewellery. The groom was seen in a cream-coloured sherwani.
4. 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Disha Vakani's wedding reception photo
The couple's (Disha and Mayur) friends, relatives and celebrities from the film and television world were invited to the reception, which was organised on November 26, 2015, at the Sun-N-Sand hotel, Juhu, Mumbai. ''Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Dilip Joshi was among a few others who were seen attending the function.
5. Disha Vakani: The actor
Before rising to fame as Daya Ben from 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', Disha Vakani was an integral part of Gujarati theatre. Later, she put her foot in the Hindi industry via sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' and since then there has been no looking back. Disha has also been a a part of hit movies like 'Jodhaa Akbar' and 'Devdas'.
6. Disha Vakani's return as Daya Ben on 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah'
During an interaction with ETimes in April, the producer of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Asit Modi was asked if Disha will be returning as Daya in the show? To which he stated, "I understand that the audience has got tired of waiting for Daya bhabhi and they want to see her back and I can understand their sentiments. I can understand that the viewers want to see Daya Ben and even I want to see her again on the show."
Modi added, "From an audience perspective if I see I also want Daya Bhabhi on the show, but during this pandemic, a few things are not possible and the audience will have to support me for the next 2-3 months. I request them to understand our situation." (Photo credit: Instagram/File photos)