Taarak Mehta’s Munmun Dutta shares throwback pics from her debut ad shoot writes, "I didn’t have the money…"

Munmun Dutta, known for portraying Babita Iyyer in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently posted throwback photos from her debut ad shoot. These pictures not only highlight her incredible journey but also evoke memories of her early days. Munmun fondly recalls the thrill she felt during that time, reminiscing about when flying was a luxury and surviving in Mumbai posed challenges.

Sharing on her Instagram, the star from Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Munmun Dutta, posted a collection of images from her first ad shoot, delighting her fans. At just 17 years old, she looked stunning in a captivating black outfit, posing gracefully next to a car against the tranquil backdrop of Kerala's backwaters.

In the caption, she wrote, "One from the archives .."She went on to add, "Oh how excited I was to be able to get this opportunity as an absolute newcomer in the industry and in Mumbai city ..An additional perk was to get to travel to another beautiful location in a flight because this was my second time I got the opportunity to be on a flight and I was excited because this was the only way i could get on an aeroplane as I didn’t have the money to afford a ticket for myself."

In her reflections, the actress shared that during that phase of her life, making ends meet was a struggle, making air travel a rare luxury. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Dutta expressed appreciation for the experiences that molded her. She concluded by acknowledging her journey with a sense of pride, stating, "Big pat on my back, and God has been kind."

One fan exclaimed, "Queen for a reason" while another commented, "You look so young" Another follower added, "You haven’t aged at all."

For those who might not know, Munmun Dutta has been a part of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah right from the start. She's been playing Babita in the show for more than ten years, capturing the hearts of viewers along the way.