The former Tappu of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah aka actor Bhavya Gandhi is bereaved as he lost his father due to COVID-19 complications.


According to a report his father was on ventilator, fighting for his life since the last 10 days.



According to reports in Pinkvilla.com, the actor’s father was admitted to Mumbai’s Kokilaben Ambani Hospital after he tested positive for COVID-19, where he was in ventilator support for the last 10 days. He is survived by his wife  Yashodha and sons Nischit and Bhavya.


Bhavya Gandhi who became a household after his portrayal of Tappu Gada in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah had quit the show in 2017.


He did the show for close to 9 years. However as there was no growth in the character he quit the show.


The actor is currently away from the small screen and has recently done some Gujarati films.



May the departed soul rest in peace!