From Tulsi to Jethalal, 20 TV characters that stay in our hearts rent free

Updated On: 19 July, 2023 05:57 PM IST | Shachi Chaturvedi

More than a show, sometimes a character makes its place in our hearts. Here is a list of 20 iconic TV characters that we still miss

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More than a show, sometimes a character makes its place in our hearts. Here is a list of 20 iconic TV characters that we still miss

<p>The character of Monisha from `Sarabhai vs Sarabhai` was played by Rupali Ganguly. It soon became a cult character in TV history as Monisha taught us the importance of bargaining</p>

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The character of Monisha from `Sarabhai vs Sarabhai` was played by Rupali Ganguly. It soon became a cult character in TV history as Monisha taught us the importance of bargaining

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The character of Tulsi from `Kyukii Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi` is played by Smriti Irani. It was one of the most loved daily soaps of its time. The former actress has now joined politics</span></p>

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The character of Tulsi from `Kyukii Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi` is played by Smriti Irani. It was one of the most loved daily soaps of its time. The former actress has now joined politics

<p>`Karishma Kaa Karishma` is an Indian television series which is a remake of the 1980s American TV series Small Wonder. The show stars Jhanak Shukla as the cyber kid Karishma. It was every kid`s favourite show</p>

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`Karishma Kaa Karishma` is an Indian television series which is a remake of the 1980s American TV series Small Wonder. The show stars Jhanak Shukla as the cyber kid Karishma. It was every kid`s favourite show

<p>`Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin` is an Indian daily soap. The show was about the life of Jasmeet Walia known as Jassi who is a woman from a middle-class family in Mumbai. People loved the show because of Mona Singh`s honest portrayal of Jassi</p>

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`Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin` is an Indian daily soap. The show was about the life of Jasmeet Walia known as Jassi who is a woman from a middle-class family in Mumbai. People loved the show because of Mona Singh`s honest portrayal of Jassi

<p>For almost 17 years, ACP Pradyuman from CID has been the most adored and mocked figure. He was loved because of his famous dialogue “kuch toh gadbad hai!”</p>

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For almost 17 years, ACP Pradyuman from CID has been the most adored and mocked figure. He was loved because of his famous dialogue “kuch toh gadbad hai!”

<p>`The Khichdi` series` comically foolish Pra-fool (Rajeev Mehta) entertained everyone, whether they were children or grandparents and who can forget his famous dialogue "Hansa, main hoon na!"</p>

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`The Khichdi` series` comically foolish Pra-fool (Rajeev Mehta) entertained everyone, whether they were children or grandparents and who can forget his famous dialogue "Hansa, main hoon na!"

<p>Tejasswi Prakash became famous post her portrayal of Ragini in the serial `Sawaragini`. The show became everyone’s favourite ad it was not your usual Saas-Bahu drama</p>

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Tejasswi Prakash became famous post her portrayal of Ragini in the serial `Sawaragini`. The show became everyone’s favourite ad it was not your usual Saas-Bahu drama

<p>The character of Jethalal from `Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashhmah` is played by Dilip Joshi. People loved the character because of its relatability to the common man’s daily routine</p>

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The character of Jethalal from `Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashhmah` is played by Dilip Joshi. People loved the character because of its relatability to the common man’s daily routine

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Who does not remember the cult show `Uttaran`? The character of Ichcha from the show became everyone’s favourite Son much so that a lot of people still recognise Tina Dutta as Ichcha </span></p>

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Who does not remember the cult show `Uttaran`? The character of Ichcha from the show became everyone’s favourite Son much so that a lot of people still recognise Tina Dutta as Ichcha

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Dipika Kakar became a household name with her portrayal of Simar. She was the role model of every Ideal bahu

<p>Rosesh Sarabhai (Rajesh Mehta) is another `Sarabhai VS Sarabhai` character. The momma`s child who wowed audiences with his poems and incredible voice</p>

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Rosesh Sarabhai (Rajesh Mehta) is another `Sarabhai VS Sarabhai` character. The momma`s child who wowed audiences with his poems and incredible voice

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Shaktimaan (Mukesh Khanna) was a hero to every youngster and a lifesaver to every parent since kids will do whatever Shaktimaan will say</span></p>
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Shaktimaan (Mukesh Khanna) was a hero to every youngster and a lifesaver to every parent since kids will do whatever Shaktimaan will say

<p>Hansa`s (Supriya Pathak) sweetness complimented her husband`s stupidity wonderfully. Only the iconic Hansa Ben from `The Khichdi` can pull "Hello, how are you?" Haan, khaana khaake jaana"</p>

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Hansa`s (Supriya Pathak) sweetness complimented her husband`s stupidity wonderfully. Only the iconic Hansa Ben from `The Khichdi` can pull "Hello, how are you?" Haan, khaana khaake jaana"

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Pankaj Kapur as Mussadi Lal in `Office Office` got the audiences’ love because of its relatability

<p>Doctor Salukhe from `CID` was everyones favourite as he used to have an antidote for every virus. We doubt Salukhe could have made the corona vaccine very easily</p>
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Doctor Salukhe from `CID` was everyones favourite as he used to have an antidote for every virus. We doubt Salukhe could have made the corona vaccine very easily

<p>Komolika Basu (Urvashi Dholakia) from `Kasautii Zindagii Kay` will be honoured in Indian Television`s Vamp Wall of Fame. Urvashi`s character is one of the most loved vamps till now</p>

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Komolika Basu (Urvashi Dholakia) from `Kasautii Zindagii Kay` will be honoured in Indian Television`s Vamp Wall of Fame. Urvashi`s character is one of the most loved vamps till now

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Son Pari (Mrinal Devi Kulkarni) in Son Pari was Fruity`s mother figure in his life but honestly, we all secretly wanted her to be with us</span></p>

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Son Pari (Mrinal Devi Kulkarni) in Son Pari was Fruity`s mother figure in his life but honestly, we all secretly wanted her to be with us

<p>Sajjan (Betaal) in `Bikram Aur Betaal`. The character was scary at so many levels, yet the excitement of their quest had everyone glued to their televisions</p>
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Sajjan (Betaal) in `Bikram Aur Betaal`. The character was scary at so many levels, yet the excitement of their quest had everyone glued to their televisions

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Hobo (Kiku Sharda), Hatim`s devoted companion, gave a cute aspect to the serious story and became everyone’s favourite

<p>`Balika Vadhu` arrived at a time when Indian television was bored with usual saas-bahu stories. The series handled a tough subject flawlessly. Anandi (Avika Gor), the adorable star stole everyone`s hearts</p>

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`Balika Vadhu` arrived at a time when Indian television was bored with usual saas-bahu stories. The series handled a tough subject flawlessly. Anandi (Avika Gor), the adorable star stole everyone`s hearts

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