TMKOC`s Disha Vakani`s Latest Transformation Picture Sparks Fan Frenzy
Updated on: 05 July, 2025 12:00 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar

Disha Vakani
Years after her exit from the limelight, a recently surfaced, unseen picture of Disha Vakani, beloved by millions as Dayaben from `Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah`, has sent the internet into a tizzy. The photograph, which shows the actress looking noticeably different, has sparked a wave of emotional reactions from fans who have been eagerly awaiting her return to the small screen for nearly eight years.
A Glimpse of the Star
A popular fan page on Instagram recently shared an unseen picture of Disha Vakani, and it quickly went viral. In the photo, she is seen wearing a vibrant bandhani saree in the classic Gujarati style, reminiscent of her iconic character. With colourful bangles on her wrists and a warm smile, she poses gracefully while holding her daughter. While the exact date of the photograph remains unverified, it has given fans a fresh glimpse of the actress after a long time.
The image has drawn a mixed bag of reactions. Many showered praise, noting how adorable she looks with her child. However, for others, the picture was a poignant reminder of her beloved on-screen persona. This has led to a renewed wave of appeals for her comeback.
The viral picture has reopened the conversation about her absence from one of television’s longest-running sitcoms. Fans flooded social media with heartfelt messages. A user wrote, “Taarak Mehta is incomplete without her, and I so wish to see her make a comeback on the show.” The sentiment was widely shared, with another fan commenting, “She looks so different now. I miss her so, so much. Daya was the life of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah.”
Many believe she is still the perfect fit for the role. “We need Daya back. She looks perfect even now and can do Daya once again,” one user commented, echoing the thoughts of many who miss her fun-filled banter with Jethalal and her unique bond with the residents of Gokuldham Society.
Also Read: Missing Faces of Gokuldham: Actors Who Left Tarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
Life Beyond the Camera
Disha Vakani, who had an extensive career in Gujarati theatre and Hindi films before television, became a household name with her portrayal of Dayaben. She married chartered accountant Mayur Pandya on November 24, 2015. In 2017, she took a maternity break after the birth of her daughter and has not returned to the show since. The couple welcomed their second child, a boy, in May 2022.
While fans continue to hope, Disha has not made any official comment on her return. Nevertheless, the immense love for her character remains a testament to the indelible mark she left on Indian television.
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