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'{{Short description|Fictional character}} {{Infobox character | name = Jethalal Champaklal Gada | series = [[Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah]] | image = DilipJoshi2.jpg | caption = [[Dilip Joshi]] as Jethalal Champaklal Gada | first_major = [[Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah]] | creator = [[Asit Kumarr Modi]] | portrayer = [[Dilip Joshi]] (2008–present) | voice = [[Rajesh Kava]] (''[[Taarak Mehta Kka Chhota Chashmah]]'', animated TV series) | lbl1 = Spin-off | data1 = [[Taarak Mehta Kka Chhota Chashmah]] | full_name = Jethalal Champaklal Jayantilal Gada | nickname = Jethiya | alias = Jetha | gender = Male | occupation = Businessman | position = | spouse = Daya Jethalal Gada | children = Tipendra "Tapu" Jethalal Gada | religion = [[Jainism]] | origin = [[Bhachau]], [[Gujarat]], India | home = Gokuldham Society | nationality = Indian | lbl21 = Home | data21 = Gokuldham Co-operative Housing Society, Powder Gali, Film City Road, Goregaon East, [[Mumbai]], Maharashtra, India }} '''Jethalal Champaklal Gada''' also known as '''Jetha''' or '''Jethiya''', is a fictional character from the television series ''[[Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah]]''. He is a businessman who runs an electronic shop known as "Gada Electronics". Gada lives with his wife, Daya, their son Tipendra, affectionately known as Tapu and his father Champaklal Jayantilal Gada. The character was created by [[Asit Kumarr Modi]] and portrayed by [[Dilip Joshi]]. Jethalal Champaklal Gada, portrayed by Dilip Joshi is a lovable businessman known for his unique quirks. His character emphasis community values and is known as a dutiful son. Gada's friendship with Taarak Mehta (played by [[Shailesh Lodha]]), and humorous interactions, especially with Babita (played by [[Munmun Dutta]]), Iyer (played by Tanuj Mahashabde) and [[Aatmaram Tukaram Bhide|Bhide]] (played by [[Mandar Chandwadkar]]), is a source of entertainment and comic relieve. Jethalal has becomes a popular character on Indian television.<ref>{{cite web |title=Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah clocks 12 years; Dilip Joshi thanks fans for support |work=Mumbai Mirror |date=28 July 2020 |accessdate=26 October 2021 |url=https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tv/taarak-mehta-ka-ooltah-chashmah-clocks-12-years-dilip-joshi-thanks-fans-for-support/articleshow/77216206.cms |archive-date=16 June 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240616155001/https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tv/taarak-mehta-ka-ooltah-chashmah-clocks-12-years-dilip-joshi-thanks-fans-for-support/articleshow/77216206.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> == Development == [[Dilip Joshi]] known for his supporting parts in films and television series was cast as the Gujarati businessman, Jethalal Champaklal Gada. He was initially offered to play the role of Champaklal. Joshi stated, "Asit Modi said I could pull off both and thus can make my choice. I wasn’t sure of Champak and thus picked Jetha." [[Asit Kumarr Modi]] had initially offered Jethalal's character to [[Rajpal Yadav]], [[Ali Asgar (actor)|Ali Asgar]], [[Yogesh Tripathi]] and [[Ahsaan Qureshi]], before finalising Joshi. == Characterization == [[File:DilipJoshi1.jpg|thumb|The character of Jethalal is also known for his different moustache and unique shirts designs.]] Jethalal is shown as a Gujarati businessman who loves his family and respects his father. His relationship with his wife Daya, is a husband and wife's relationship filled with love, friendship and humour. Jethalal also shares a deep friendship with author [[Shailesh Lodha|Taarak Mehta]], whom he calls his "fire brigade". He is a foodie and the Gujarati dishes [[Jalebi|jalebi]]–[[Fafda|fafda]] are his favourite. Jethalal always gets himself in many problems and troubles, ending up in comical circumstances. == Legacy and influence == Joshi's portrayal of Jethalal has garnered significant acclaim, establishing him as a beloved character in Indian television. His performance has contributed to the show's longevity, making Jethalal one of the iconic characters in Indian sitcom history. Several publications like ''[[Zee News]]'', ''[[Mid Day]]'' and ''[[Times Now]]'' term Jethalal among the "most iconic characters" of Indian television.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://zeenews.india.com/web-stories/entertainment/iconic-10-indian-tv-characters-that-are-irreplaceable-2794427.html|title=10 iconic Indian TV characters that are irreplaceable|website=Zee News|access-date=26 September 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.mid-day.com/entertainment/television-news/photo/from-tulsi-to-jethalal-20-television-characters-that-stay-in-our-hearts-rent-free-96445/1|title=From Tulsi to Jethalal, 20 television characters that stay in our hearts rent free|website=Mid Day|access-date=16 November 2024}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/web-stories/entertainment/10-unforgettable-tv-characters-we-love/photostory/111802512.cms|title=10 unforgettable TV characters we love|website=Times Now|access-date=29 November 2024}}</ref> Critic Vineeta Kumar noted, "Jethalal is relatable, funny, interesting and curious – everything a character needs to ensures entertainment. Though he is a successful businessman and has a happy loving family, what intrigues is his vulnerability to get into trouble."<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.inuth.com/entertainment/television/9-years-and-counting-why-jethalal-from-taarak-mehta-ka-ooltah-chashma-is-the-best-character-on-hindi-tv/|title=9 years and counting: Why Jethalal from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is the best character on Hindi TV|website=[[The Indian Express|Inuth]]|access-date=21 February 2023}}</ref> Joshi's on-screen pairing with [[Disha Vakani]] has also contributed to the character's popularity.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/daya-and-jethalal-ki-hawa-hawai-/articleshow/14300937.cms|title=Daya and Jethalal ki hawa hawai......|website=The Times of India|date=20 June 2012|access-date=28 January 2019}}</ref> In November 2023, the character was emerged as the "most popular fictional character on Hindi television" in Ormax Characters India Loves list.<ref>{{Cite AV media |url=https://x.com/ormaxmedia/status/1736388128402026670 |title=Ormax Characters India Loves: Most popular fiction characters on Hindi television (Nov 2023) #OrmaxCIL |date=2023-12-17 |last=Ormax Media |type= |language=English |access-date=2024-12-07 |via=[[Twitter|X]]}}</ref> The character was ranked first on ''[[Pinkvilla]]''<nowiki/>'s list of TV's 7 most iconic characters, with ''Pinkvilla'' describing Jethalal as one of the most relatable characters in the history of Indian television.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Surana |first=Jaya |date=2024-07-27 |title=Discover TV's 7 most iconic characters: From Dilip Joshi's Jethalal to Mouni Roy's Naagin |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/tv/news/discover-tvs-7-most-iconic-characters-from-dilip-joshis-jethalal-to-mouni-roys-naagin-1332862 |access-date=2024-12-07 |website=[[Pinkvilla]] |language=en}}</ref> The popularity of the show and the character has established Dilip Joshi among the highest paid and most popular actors of Hindi television.<ref>{{Cite news |url=https://www.gqindia.com/content/10-highest-paid-tv-actors-in-india-right-now-tejasswi-prakash-karan-kundrra-and-others |title=10 highest-paid TV actors in India right now — Dilip Joshi, Rupali Ganguly and others |date=18 April 2024 |work=GQ India |access-date=12 September 2024 |language=en-US |archive-date=27 July 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240727114453/https://www.gqindia.com/content/10-highest-paid-tv-actors-in-india-right-now-tejasswi-prakash-karan-kundrra-and-others |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|first=Grace|last=Cyril|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/celebrity/story/fans-wish-jethalal-dilip-joshi-on-53rd-birthday-call-tmkoc-actor-a-legend-1807146-2021-05-26|title=Fans wish Dilip Joshi aka Jethalal on 53rd birthday calling tmkoc actor a legend|website=[[India Today]]|date=26 May 2021|access-date=24 June 2021|archive-date=24 June 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210624205120/https://www.indiatoday.in/television/celebrity/story/fans-wish-jethalal-dilip-joshi-on-53rd-birthday-call-tmkoc-actor-a-legend-1807146-2021-05-26|url-status=live}}</ref> == In other media == In 2023 [[Neela Film Productions|Neela Films]], the production house of the show,<ref>{{Cite web |title=TMKOC To Launch 18 New Games on Jethalal, Daya, Bhide, Madhavi, Goli and More |url=https://www.indiatodaygaming.com/news/national/story/tmkoc-to-launch-18-new-games-on-jethalal-babitaji-bhide-madhavi-goli-and-more-3899 |access-date=2024-10-02 |website=India Today Gaming |language=en}}</ref> launched Run Jetha Run, a mobile game based on the character Jethalal Champaklal Gada, after investing a noteworthy sum of ₹24 crore into the gaming platform.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-19 |title=Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah goes beyond TV |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/hyderabad/taarak-mehta-ka-ooltah-chashmah-expands-into-gaming-and-merchandise/amp_articleshow/115282902.cms |access-date=2024-11-26 |website=The Times of India |language=en-US}}</ref> The game surpassed one million downloads on [[Google Play]] and the [[App Store (Apple)|Apple App Store]] and features Jethalal as a plucky hero who must navigate treacherous terrain, avoid obstacles, and collect coins to unlock new levels and characters.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-23 |title=Run Jetha Run Mobile Game Hits One Million Downloads Milestone |url=https://saachibaat.com/entertainment/run-jetha-run-mobile-game-hits-one-million-downloads-milestone/ |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Run Jetha Run |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-28 |title=तारक मेहता के फैन हैं तो आपके लिए आ गया गेम Run Jetha Run, दयाबेन भी आएंगी नजर |url=https://www.aajtak.in/amp/entertainment/television/story/taarak-mehta-ka-ooltah-chashmah-game-run-jetha-run-inspired-by-the-show-tmovp-1638816-2023-02-17 |access-date=2023-02-19 |website=Aaj Tak |language=hi}}</ref> == See also == *[[Garha]], a Jain caste *[[Dilip Joshi]] == References == {{Reflist}} ==External links== *[https://taarakmehtakaooltahchashmah.com/jethalal-champaklal-gada/ Jethalal Champaklal Gada] at TMKOC's official website {{Commons}} [[Category:Fictional characters from the 21st century]] [[Category:Indian male characters in television]] [[Category:Sitcom characters]] [[Category:Television characters introduced in 2008]] [[Category:Fictional Indian people]] [[Category:Fictional Gujarati people]] [[Category:Male characters in sitcoms]]'