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Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
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Taarak Mehta ka ooltah Chashma
Promotional Poster
Genre
Sitcom
Created by
Asit Kumarr Modi
Based on
‘Duniya Ne Oondha Chashma’ by Taarak Mehta
Written by
Raju Odedra
Niren Bhatt
Jitendra Parmar
Abbas Hirapurwala
Directed by
Harshad Joshi
Malav Suresh Rajda
Starring
see (list of characters)
Opening theme
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
Country of origin
India
Original language(s)
Hindi
No. of seasons
1
No. of episodes
2,335 as on 10 November 2017
Production
Producer(s)
Neela Asit Modi

Location(s)
Mumbai
London
Hong Kong
Gujarat
Paris
Camera setup
Multi-camera
Running time
20-22 minutes
Production company(s)
Neela Tele Films
Distributor
Sony Pictures Networks
Release
Original network
SAB TV
Picture format
576i
HDTV 1080i
Original release
28 July 2008 (2008-07-28) – present
External links
Website
www.tmkoc.com
Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah (English: Taarak Mehta's Different Perspective) is India's longest running sitcom serial.[1] It is produced by Neela Tele Films Private Limited. The show went on air on July 28, 2008. It airs from Monday to Friday on SAB TV. Reruns of the show started on Sony Pal on November 2, 2015.
The show is based on the column Duniya Ne Undha Chashma written by columnist and journalist Taarak Mehta for Gujarati weekly magazine Chitralekha. It is one of the longest running scripted show
Contents
[hide]
1 Plot summary
1.1 The Tapu Sena
2 Cast
2.1 Former cast
3 Production and promotion
4 Reception and impact
5 Special episodes
6 Awards
6.1 Indian Television Academy Awards
6.2 Indian Telly Awards
6.3 Star Guild Awards
6.4 Other awards
7 References
Plot summary[edit]
Gokuldham Society is a residential society in Powder Galli, Goregaon, Mumbai with three wings: A Wing, B Wing and C Wing. Although the society has more than 50 flats, the show revolves around the lives of eight families:
Jethalal Champaklal Gada, an electronics shop-owner from Kutch district, Gujarat, and his wife Daya, father Champaklal Jayantilal Gada and son Tipendra (Tapu). Residents of B Wing.
The narrator, Taarak Mehta, a column-writer and his wife Anjali, a disciplined dietician who are from Gujarat. Residents of B Wing.
The society's secretary, Aatmaram Tukaram Bhide, a home tutor from Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, his wife Madhavi, a business woman and daughter Sonalika (Sonu). Residents of A Wing.
Dr. Hansraj Hathi, the resident doctor from Uttar Pradesh, his wife Komal and son Gulabkumar (Goli). Residents of A Wing.
Roshan Singh Sodhi, a car mechanic from Amritsar, Punjab and his Parsi wife, also named Roshan and their son Gurucharan (Gogi). Residents of A Wing.
Krishnan Subramaniam Iyer, a Tamil scientist from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and his Bengali wife Babita from Kolkata, West Bengal. Residents of C Wing.
Popatlal Pandey, a newspaper journalist working for Toofan Express and from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Residents of C Wing.
Pinku, part of the Tapu sena and resides in A Wing.
There are also other recurring characters including Sundarlal (brother of Jethalal's wife Daya, from Ahmedabad, Gujarat)and his friends. Abdul, the shopkeeper of the provisions store located outside the society entrance, reporter Rita Shrivastav from 'Kal Tak' a news channel, Inspector Chalu Pandey, Asit Kumarr Modi as himself, Jethalal's shop assistants - Natwarlal Prabhashankar Udhaiwala (Natu Kaka) and his nephew Baagheshwar Dadu Udhaiwala (Baagha), who are often bent on doing the wrong job, and Baagha's fiancée Bawri Dhondulal Kanpuria.
The members of the society and other characters have a good psychological bond of love and sympathy for one another that makes them live like members of one family. They are often seen celebrating festivals and participating in events together. Although they are shown to live the lives of typical Indian families, the characters, more often than not Jethalal Gada, tend to find themselves in trouble, cropping up from routine activities that intensify in a comical manner.
The quirks of the individual characters seek to enhance the humour quotient of the show. Whatever the nature of the problem that a member of the society encounters, all the other members stand by them to extend every possible help. In an episode, the resolution of the problem that a character faces is usually followed by a moral message at the end by Taarak Mehta, which is meant for all the characters of the show as well as the viewers.
The Tapu Sena[edit]
The Tapu Sena is a five-member group of children residing in Gokuldham Society: Tapu (the leader of Tapu Sena), Goli, Gogi, Pinku and Sonu. These children have played significant roles, providing a fun young tone to the show. Usually, the group becomes a nuisance for the other members of the society because of their mischief, while at other times, it draws praises from the members by doing something laudable. Since the beginning of the show, the Tapu Sena has, with their childlike activities, characterized the typical frolicsome Indian children. As the children grow up and mature, the stories are tailored to suit their ages.[2][3]
Cast[edit]
Main article: List of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah characters
Dilip Joshi as Jethalal Champaklal Gada
Disha Vakani as Daya Jethalal Gada
Raj Anadkat as Tipendra Jethalal Gada (Tapu)
Amit Bhatt as Champaklal Jayantilal Gada(Bapuji/Chachaji/Dadaji/Champak Chacha)
Shailesh Lodha as Taarak Mehta
Neha Mehta as Anjali Taarak Mehta(ATM)
Tanuj Mahashabde as Krishnan Subramaniam Iyer
Munmun Dutta as Babita Krishnan Iyer
Mandar Chandwadkar as Aatmaram Tukaram Bhide
Sonalika Joshi as Madhvi Aatmaram Bhide
Nidhi Bhanushali as Sonalika Aatmaram Bhide (Sonu)
Gurucharan Singh as Roshan Singh Sodhi
Jennifer Mistry Bansiwal as Roshan Kaur Sodhi
Samay Shah as Gurucharan Singh Sodhi (Gogi)
Azad Kavi as Dr. Hansraj Hathi
Ambika Ranjankar as Komal Hansraj Hathi
Kush Shah as Gulabkumar Hansraj Hathi (Goli)(Goya or Goyla)
Sharad Sankla as Abdul
Ghanashyam Nayak as Natwarlal Prabhatshankar Undhaiwala (Nattu Kaka)
Tanmay Vekaria as Bagheshwar Dadukh Undhaiwala (Bagha)
Monika Bhadouria as Bawree Dhondulal Kanpuria
Priya Ahuja Rajda as Reporter Rita Shrivastav
Daya Shankar Pandey as Inspector Chalu Pandey
Azhar Shaikh as Pinku
Mayur Vakani as Sundarlal
Former cast[edit]
Dilkhush Reporter as Roshan Kaur Roshan Singh Sodhi (2013–2016)
Laad Singh Maan as Sardar Roshan Singh Harjeet Singh Sodhi (2013–2014)
Jheel Mehta as Sonalika Aatmaram Bhide/Sonu (2008–2012)
Nirmal Soni as Dr. Hansraj Hathi (2008–2009)
Bhavya Gandhi as Tipendra Jethalal Gada (until February 2017)
Production and promotion[edit]
The major part of the shooting is done in Abdul Soda Shop. However, some parts of the show have also been shot in places such as Gada Electronics, Padmavati Bhojanaya, Tikujiniwadi and in foreign locations such as London, Brussels, Paris and Hong Kong.[4]
To celebrate Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah completing 1,000 episodes on 6 November 2012,[5] the director "decided to shoot the film on a different canvas as he does not want the audience to feel that they are watching yet another episode of the serial."[6]
In October 2013, Joshi and Vakani participated in a promotional event held in New Jersey at the Expo Center.[7]
In February 2015, Joshi, Vakani, and Lodha hosted the red carpet at the 60th Britannia Filmfare awards to promote the 'Clean India' campaign.[8]
Reception and impact[edit]
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In 2010, the show beat Balika Vadhu to become the most watched television programme in India. The show has constantly achieved high ratings throughout its run, irrespective of the Indian Premiere League. In the first week of 2017, the show stood in fourth position with 6,004 TVT ratings. In the fourth week, the show entered the top five and stood in fifth position with 6,059 TVT ratings. In March 2017, the show remained within the top five shows urban rural metrics. In the 25th week of 2017, the show stood at the top spot with 6,092 TVT ratings. In the 26th week of 2017, the show stood at third spot with 6,049 TVT ratings. It is the longest running scripted show on Indian television.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Culture and National Heritage, Piotr Glinski visited the sets of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah in February 2016.

Special episodes[edit]
C.I.D. on Sony TV and SAB TV. The Episodes were named as Mahasangam.
Awards[edit]
Indian Television Academy Awards[edit]
Year
Category
Recipient(s)
Result
2008 Best Actress-Comedy Disha Vakani[9] Won
2009 Best Actress-Comedy[10] Won
Best Serial–Comedy[10] Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
2010 Best Serial-Comedy[11] Won
2012 Best Actor-Comedy Dilip Joshi[12] Won
2013 The ITA Scroll Of Honour[13] Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
2014 Best Actor-Comedy Dilip Joshi[14] Won
Best Actress-Comedy Disha Vakani[15] Won
2015 Best Show - Comedy Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
2016 Best Serial- Comedy Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
Indian Telly Awards[edit]
Year
Category
Recipient(s)
Result
2009 Best Actor in a Comic Role (Male) Dilip Joshi[16] Won
Best Actor in a Comic Role (Female) Disha Vakani[16] Won
Best Sitcom[16] Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
Best Sitcom Writer Raju Odedra and Rajan Upadhyay[16] Won
2010 Most Popular Actor in a Comic Role (Male) Dilip Joshi[17] Won
Most Popular Actor in a Comic Role (Female) Disha Vakani[17] Won
Most Popular Child Artist (Male) Bhavya Gandhi[17] Won
Best Sitcom[17] Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
Best Sitcom Writer Raju Odedra and Rajan Upadhyay[17] Won
2012 Most Popular Actor in a Comic Role (Male) Dilip Joshi[18] Won
Best Actress in a Comic Role (Jury) Disha Vakani[18] Won
Best Sitcom[18] Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
2013 Actress in a Comic Role (Jury) Disha Vakani[19] Won
Best Director (Sitcom) Harshad Joshi and Malav Rajda[19] Won
Most Popular Actor in a Comic Role Dilip Joshi[19] Won
Best Sitcom / Comedy Program[19] Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
Star Guild Awards[edit]
Year
Category
Recipient(s)
Result
2011 Best Actor in a Drama Series Dilip Joshi Won
2013 Best Comedy Series Neela Tele Films Private Limited Won
Other awards[edit]
Year
Award
Category
Result
2011 Global Honours Best Actor in a Comic Role (Male)[20] Won
References[edit]
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Jump up ^ Awaasthi, Kavita (24 October 2012). "Taarak Mehta... completes 1,000 episodes". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 6 April 2014.
Jump up ^ "Film version of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah set to roll next year". DNA India. 20 November 2012. Retrieved 3 December 2012.
Jump up ^ "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah goes to New Jersey! - Rediff.com Movies". Rediff.com. 2013-10-14. Retrieved 2014-02-19.
Jump up ^ "Taarak Mehta's team brings Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan to the red carpet - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2016-12-15.
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Griffon Bruxellois
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Griffon Bruxellois
A Griffon Bruxellois
Other names
Brussels Griffon
Belgium Griffon
Petit Brabançon
Griffon Belge
Brabançon Griffon
Common nicknames
Griffon
Griff
Bruss
Origin
Belgium
[hide]Classification / standards
FCI
Group 9, Section 3.1 Small Belgian Dogs: Griffons (Belge & Bruxellois);
3.2 Small Belgian Dogs: Petit Brabançon (Petit Brabançon) #80,81,82 standard
AKC
Toy standard
ANKC
Group 1 (Toy) standard
CKC
Group 5 (Toy) standard
KC (UK)
Toy standard
NZKC
Toy standard
UKC
Companion Breeds standard
Notes
Member clubs of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale recognise three separate breeds with similar standards. Other kennel clubs register it as one breed with three variations.
Domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris)
The Griffon Bruxellois or Brussels Griffon is a breed of toy dog, named for their city of origin: Brussels, Belgium. The Griffon Bruxellois may refer to three different breeds, the Griffon Bruxellois, the Griffon Belge and the Petit Brabançon.[1] Identical in standard except for coat and colour differences, in some standards they are considered varieties of the same breed, much like Belgian Shepherd Dogs.
Contents
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1 History
2 Description
2.1 Temperament
3 Health
3.1 Birthing
3.2 Cleft palate
3.3 Eyes
3.4 Heat Stroke
3.5 Syringomyelia
4 Griffon Bruxellois in popular culture
5 See also
6 References
7 External links
History[edit]
Short hair Petit Brabançon
The three variations of this dog, the Brussels Griffon (Griffon Bruxellois), the Belgian Griffon (Griffon Belge), and the Petit Brabançon, all descend from an old type of dog called a Smousje, a rough coated, small terrier-like dog kept in stables to eliminate rodents,[1] similar to the Dutch Smoushond. The little wire-haired dog in the foreground of the Jan van Eyck painting The Arnolfini Marriage is thought to be an early form of this breed. In Belgium coachmen were fond of their alert little Griffons d’Ecurie (wiry coated stable dogs) and in the 19th century, they bred their Griffons with imported toy dogs. Breeding with the Pug and King Charles Spaniel brought about the current breed type, but also brought the short black coat that led to the Petits Brabançon, which was originally a fault in the breed. The spaniels also brought the rich red and black and tan colour of the modern Griffon Bruxellois and Griffon Belge.[2]
The Griffon Bruxellois grew in popularity in the late 19th century with both workers and noblemen in Belgium. The first Griffon Bruxellois was registered in 1883 in the first volume Belgium's kennel club studbook, the Livre des Origines Saint-Hubert (LOSH).[1] The popularity of the breed was increased by the interest of Queen Marie Henriette, a dog enthusiast who visited the annual dog shows in Belgium religiously, often with her daughter, and became a breeder and booster of Griffon Bruxellois, giving them international fame and popularity. Many dogs were exported to other countries, leading to Griffon Bruxellois clubs in England (1897)[3] and Brussels Griffon clubs in the U.S. (1945.)[4]
The First World War and Second World War proved to be a disastrous time for the breed. War time is difficult on any dog breed, and the recovering numbers after the First World War were set back by increased vigilance in breeding away from faults such as webbed toes. By the end of the Second World War, Belgium had almost no native Griffon Bruxellois left, and it was only through the vigilance of dedicated breeders (in the U.K. particularly) that the breed survived at all.
The breed has never been numerous or popular, but had a brief vogue in the late 1950s, and now is generally an uncommon breed. There has been a recent increase in interest in the United States due to the appearance of a Griffon in the movie, As Good as It Gets, and also because of a general increase in interest in toy dogs.
Description[edit]
The Brussels Griffon is typically a small breed with a sturdy frame. The average adult Griffon stands from 9 to 11 inches (230–280 mm) tall, and weighs 8 to 10 pounds (4–5 kg).[5] They have domed heads, short noses, and an underbite. Their human-like facial features are often likened to that of an Ewok.[6]
The Griffon comes in two coat variants, wiry/rough and smooth coat. Their hair (not fur) can be red, black and tan, or black and reddish in color. The short hair Griffon requires little grooming while the wiry/rough coat Griffon requires weekly grooming attention.[6]
Temperament[edit]
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The Griffon Bruxellois is known to have a huge heart, and a strong desire to snuggle and be with its master. They display a visible air of self-importance. A Griffon should not be shy or aggressive, but they are very emotionally sensitive, and because of this, should be socialized carefully at a young age. Griffons should also be alert, inquisitive and interested in their surroundings.
Griffons tend to bond with one human more than others. In fact, Griffons are very good with children provided they are not teased. They are not very patient but do love to play. Griffons tend to get along well with other animals in the house, including cats, ferrets, and other dogs. However, they can get into trouble because they have no concept of their own relative size and may attempt to dominate dogs much larger than themselves.
A brown Griffon Bruxellois with beard
Griffon Belge
Petit Brabançon
Brussels Griffon
Health[edit]
Griffon Bruxellois
Petit Brabançon puppy.
Despite being a Toy dog, the breed is very active. Petit Brabançon.
Griffons have relatively few inherited health problems, but should still be tested for congenital defects, the most serious of which are Syringomyelia (SM) and Chiari-like malformation (CM).[7][8] The typical life span of a Griffon is somewhere in the range of 10 to 15 years.[9]
Birthing[edit]
A Griffon puppy.
Griffons usually have no trouble whelping on their own, but sometimes complications can necessitate a Caesarean section. The size of a litter is typically 1-3 puppies. The size of the litter often determines the extent of these complications. Litters of six are not unheard of. When they are born, the puppies only weigh a few ounces (about 100 grams) and are small enough to fit in the palm of an adult's hand. They can get leg and heart problems from an early age.
Cleft palate[edit]
One issue that is typically fatal for the puppies is having a cleft palate. It results in the puppy not receiving nourishment from the mother and eventually starvation. It is uncommon but, depending on the size of the cleft, it is possible for the puppy to survive whereas it becomes older surgery can be done to close the hole.
Eyes[edit]
Most have large eyes that may require rechecks from a veterinarian.
Lacerations - Lacerations are a common issue amongst the breed. Because the Griffons have such large eyes and a short snout, there is very little there to protect their vision from foreign bodies. If a laceration is left untreated it can result in blindness.
Cataracts - As with most breeds, cataracts are a common problem as the dog ages. For many breeders it is a disappointment that the cataracts typically develop long after the dog has already been bred.[10]
Lens Luxations - Lens luxations can be fairly common in the breed and result in secondary glaucoma[10]
Glaucoma - Glaucoma can also be a common issue amongst Griffons owing to the breed's facial features and eye size.[10]
Heat Stroke[edit]
Although Griffons have a shortened snout, heat stroke is not a major concern for them as it is with other flat-faced breeds. The breed's shortened muzzle may cause respiratory problems in extreme heat, but overall they tolerate both hot and cold weather well. As with any breed, owners must use common sense and not leave them outdoors without protection from the elements or subject them to rigorous exercise during extreme temperatures, so let them in your house for cool air and some water.
Syringomyelia[edit]
Syringomyelia (SM) is a condition affecting the brain and spine, causing symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe pain and partial paralysis. Syringomyelia is characterised by fluid filled cavities within the spinal cord. SM occurs secondary to obstruction of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) especially if that obstruction is at the foramen magnum. To date the condition has been also reported in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, King Charles Spaniels, Yorkshire Terriers, Maltese Terriers, Chihuahuas, Miniature Dachshunds, Miniature/Toy Poodles, Bichon Frisé, Pugs, Shih Tzus, Pomeranians, Boston Terriers, French Bulldogs, a Pekingese, a Miniature Pinscher, mixbreeds, and a couple of cats.
Not all dogs with SM have clinical signs. The presence of signs is correlated to the width of the syrinx and extent of spinal cord dorsal horn damage. Syrinxes can progressively expand and a dog which is asymptomatic in early life may eventually experience pain.
Griffon Bruxellois in popular culture[edit]
The American impressionist painter Mary Cassatt kept Brussels Griffons and frequently portrayed them in her paintings.[11]
In the film As Good as It Gets (1997), as Verdell, played by six Brussels Griffons, named Timer, Sprout, Debbie, Billy, Parfait, and Jill the star[12]
In the film Gosford Park, as William McCordle's dog.
In the film Sweet November, as Sara's dog Ernie
In the sitcom Spin City, as Carter's suicidal dog Rags, played by a smooth-coated Petit Brabançon named Wesley
In the film Teaching Mrs. Tingle, as Mrs. Tingle's dog.
Monkey, owned by record label owner and deejay Sarah Lewitinn and named "Best Dog Owned by a Club Personality" by The Village Voice[13][14]
Tazzie owned by Stanley Dangerfield, appearing on the television show The Good Companions[15]
In the film First Wives Club owned by Diane Keaton's character.
In the sitcom "Mike and Molly" Mikes mom's dog, Jim is a Brussels Griffon mixed with a Chihuahua.
The Southern California craft brewery "The Bruery" brewed a sour brown ale called Griffon Bruxellois.
The makeup for the Ewok characters in the film Return of the Jedi (1983) in the Star Wars universe was developed by make-up artist Stuart Freeborn, who built them from designs by visual effects director Joe Johnston using the image of the Griffon Bruxellois, a dog breed which George Lucas owned.[16][17]
See also[edit]
Toy Group
Companion Group
Lap dog
Dutch Smoushond
References[edit]
^ Jump up to: a b c "Brief Historical Summary from the Fédération Cynologique Internationale breed standards. (DOC file)". Fci.be. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
Jump up ^ "American Kennel Club - Brussels Griffon History". American Kennel Club. Retrieved 2008-01-07.
Jump up ^ "Account Suspended". Griffonclub1897.co.uk. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
Jump up ^ "Welcome brussels-griffon.info - BlueHost.com". Brussels-griffon.info. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
Jump up ^ "Brussels Griffon : Dog Breed Selector : Animal Planet". Animalplanet.com. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
^ Jump up to: a b "Brussels Griffon - Appearance & Grooming". Petwave.com. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
Jump up ^ "Canine Inherited Disorders Database - University of Prince Edward Island". Upei.ca. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
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Jump up ^ "Purebred Breed Health Survey 2004". Thekennelclub.org.uk. Retrieved 11 December 2017.
^ Jump up to: a b c Weiss, Seymour N. Brussels Griffon: A Complete and Reliable Handbook. Neptune City, NJ: T.F.H Publications Inc.
Jump up ^ "Mary Cassatt was a fellow griffoniac". NYC Brussels Griffon (self-published)). Archived from the original on 3 December 2013.
Jump up ^ As Good As It Gets (1997) on IMDb
Jump up ^ Elisabeth Donnelly (2006-11-10). "Hanging With". The Boston Globe. Retrieved 2007-11-27.
Jump up ^ Tricia Romano (2006-12-11). "Fly Life Night Life Awards". Village Voice. Retrieved 2007-11-27.
Jump up ^ Raynham, Doone (1998). The Griffon Bruxellois. Kingdom Books England.
Jump up ^ Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983) on IMDb
Jump up ^ Michael (2015-06-02). "Did Shih Tzus inspire the Ewoks from Star Wars? with cites". PoliteDog.com. Retrieved 2015-12-23.
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