In a recent interview Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah creator Asit Modi addressed the ongoing buzz that veteran actor Dilip Joshi who plays Jethalal has quit the show. His answer? A clear no. Why was Dilip Joshi missing from the show? According to Modi the actor had “personal commitments” which is why he wasn’t seen in a few episodes. “But that doesn’t mean he’s quit the show” Modi told ETimes. “It’s not always possible for the story to revolve around just one character. People start assuming things but I stay focused on the storyline and ignore these rumours.” The rumours began when viewers noticed that both Jethalal and Babita Ji (played by Munmun Dutta) were missing from the ongoing ‘Bhootni’ vacation plot. The rest of the Gokuldham Society—including Taarak Mehta Anjali Popatlal Bapu Ji and Sodhi—were part of the haunted bungalow episodes sparking fan concern about the duo’s absence. This isn’t the first time Modi has had to address such talk. He previously told Money Control “Social media these days has become so negative. Taarak Mehta is a positive family show that spreads happiness. It’s not right to spread rumours over small things.” He urged people to be more mindful of the messages they share and remember the intent of the show. “Some people should think positively about it. Saying anything inappropriate isn’t a good thing.” Everyone is still a part of the team Modi also confirmed that both Dilip Joshi and Munmun Dutta remain very much part of the TMKOC cast. “Lekin kuch nahi hai sab log hamari team ka part hai... They were not present at that time due to some personal reasons. So there’s no such issue.”