Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltaah Chashmah actor Shailesh Lodha's father passes away

Shailesh Lodha, the renowned actor-poet beloved for his role as Mehta in SAB TV's popular show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has recently experienced a profound personal loss. His father, Mr. Shyam Singh Lodha, has passed away.

Shailesh shared the heartbreaking news on his social media account, posting: "?? ?? ???...?? ?? ????? ???....

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("Whatever I am... I am your shadow...

This morning, the sun illuminated the world, but darkness fell in my life... Father has passed away... If tears had a language, I could have written something... Please say it once more... 'Bablu.'")

According to media reports, Shailesh's father passed away this morning after a prolonged illness; he had been unwell for the past one and a half months.

The actor's heartfelt tribute has quickly gone viral, prompting an outpouring of condolences and support from fans and colleagues.