After Palak Sindhwani bids goodbye to Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, The makers have cast Khushi Mali as Sonu. In the middle Palak announced her exit His Ongoing legal battle with the producers of the show.

The makers announced the good news with a special post on Instagram. “Join us in warmly welcoming Khushi Mali as Sonu Bhide to the TMKOC family! Get ready to see Gokuldham sparkle with its energy and charm! Watch their journey from Monday, 7th October 2024 at 8:30 pm only on Sony SAB! Let’s give him a big Gokuldham-style welcome #entertainment,” he wrote.

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Palak had recently issued a four page long statement Mentioning that the producers forced him to come to the set and continue shooting the episodes despite his deteriorating health condition.

“As I end my last day on set, I reflect on the past five years filled with hard work, dedication and perseverance. To my amazing viewers for all the love and support you have given me during this journey. Thank you,” she wrote on her latest Instagram post where she shared memories with her co-stars from the show.

“I’m really grateful for this journey and the incredible people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. I’ve learned so much – not only from my fellow actors, but from everyone behind the scenes, from my hair stylists to The spot team, makeup team and everyone else were in tears, and I will cherish the amazing memories we made as a team as I get back to a more normal life. It will take some time to reflect, rest. And time to come back stronger and ready for the next chapter (sic),” the caption further read.

Palak, who replaced Nidhi Bhanushali in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, is not the first actress to accuse the show’s makers of harassment and exploitation. Earlier, Jennifer Mistry had filed a police complaint against producer Asit Kumar Modi, and Shailesh Lodha, who played Mr Mehta for years, had also sued Modi for non-payment of dues.