The hunt for the new Tapu in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah has finally ended. We have exclusively learnt that the makers have finalised Nitish Bhaluni for the part. He has commenced the shoot and will soon be introduced on the show as the new Tapu, Jethalal’s (Dilip Joshi) son.

Earlier seen on Meri Doli Mere Angna, this will be his big break in the TV industry. Both Asit Kumarr Modi, the producer of the show, and Nitish couldn’t be reached for comment.

The character was previously played by Raj Anadkat, who joined the show in 2017 following the exit of Bhavya Gandhi — the original Tapu. Raj announced his decision of quitting the show in December, however, speculations were rife over his exit from the show a few months before he confirmed the news. 

Earlier last year, Shailesh Lodha, who played the title character of Taarak Mehta, also quit the show amid much controversy. The makers roped in Sachin Shroff to step into his shoes.