Mumbai, India – August 5, 2023

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah actor, Shailesh Lodha, can finally breathe a sigh of relief as he emerges victorious in his legal battle against the show’s producer, Asit Modi. The Bombay High Court has ruled in favor of Shailesh Lodha, ordering Modi to pay him a whopping RS 1,05,84,000/- in unpaid salary and damages.
The court’s decision was delivered on August 5, 2023, marking a significant moment for the Indian entertainment industry and the rights of actors.
The dispute began earlier in the year when Shailesh Lodha decided to take legal action against Modi, alleging that he had not received his full salary for the past two years. In addition to this financial disagreement, Shailesh Lodha also expressed concerns over his lack of creative control over his character in the popular television show.
BOMBAY HIGH COURT’s FINAL DECISION
The court thoroughly examined the evidence and arguments presented by both parties before arriving at its decision.
Shailesh Lodha’s favor in court highlighted the importance of fair treatment and just compensation for actors in the industry. The court awarded Shailesh Lodha not only his unpaid salary but also damages for the mental distress he endured during this trying period.
Lawyer Anand Desai’s words
Shailesh Lodha’s lawyer, Anand Desai, hailed the court’s ruling as a “victory for all actors” and emphasized its potential impact on producers’ treatment of actors moving forward. Asit Modi has yet to comment on the court’s decision, leaving many wondering about his next course of action. The case has sparked attention in the entertainment community, raising questions about actors’ and producers’ rights and responsibilities.
Shailesh Lodha expressed his happiness and gratitude following the court’s verdict, hoping that this outcome would serve as a precedent for other actors facing similar hardships.
Other actors, including Jennifer Mistry and Monika Bhadoriya, have filed cases against the producer Asit Kumarr Modi, charging him with harassment. Reports suggest that he is facing charges of harassment by these actresses. The results of those cases are yet to be determined.