Television actress Palak Sindhwani, who is seen as Sonu Bhide in the popular TV show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has shot for her last episode in the show after accusing the makers of exploitation and mental harassment. 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,” he wrote on his latest Instagram post where he shared old memories with his 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.

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He wrote at the end of the note, “PS – Being an actor, stepping on the set means dropping everything and focusing only on giving my best and that’s what I did till the last shot. Finally, for the last time, today.” Tune in at 8:30 PM to watch my dance performance with Bappa as I say goodbye to everyone!!”

Palak Sidhwani, 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 payment of dues.