‘This Lives in People’s Hearts’: Sunayana Fozdar on What TMKOC Means to Viewers
Sunayana Fozdar, who portrays Anjali bhabhi in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, has personally witnessed the emotional connect the audience shares with the show.
Having run for 17 years, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has gone beyond being just a television series — it has become a part of people’s daily routine. Sunayana, who plays Anjali Mehta, feels the same sentiment. In a recent chat with a prominent news outlet, she called the show “a true gift from God” and shared her thoughts on what the show truly represents to fans.
She said, “I believe this show lives in people’s hearts, and its characters do too. It’s something that goes beyond ratings or numbers.”
She further added, “There are many people who’ve been watching the show for 17 years, and even now, new viewers are continuously joining. It feels like God’s grace upon all of us involved with the show.”
And her thankfulness isn’t just verbal. Sunayana has experienced the real impact of the show through real-life encounters. She recalled a memorable incident during a visit to a hospital that touched her deeply.
Speaking to ETimes, she shared, “During a hospital visit, I noticed the show being played in nearly every room. Watching that made me realise that in our small way, we’re contributing something meaningful to people’s lives — offering them a little joy and relief even in their difficult moments.”
This simply reaffirms what fans already believe — TMKOC isn’t just another comedy serial. It’s a daily source of laughter, a go-to mood booster — whether one is having a tough workday, a silent lunch break, or enjoying family time.
As the sitcom continues to spread smiles across age groups and generations, Sunayana concluded by saying she is deeply thankful to be part of something that’s so dearly cherished.
