Sjn. Shailesh Lodha
A Legacy of Words
Sjn. Shailesh Lodha is an Indian actor and writer. He is known for playing the role of Taarak Mehta (a real-life Gujarati columnist) in India's longest running sitcom serial, Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma, since July 2008.
It is worth noting that at the age of nine he was nicknamed "Baal Kavi". He was the main presenter for "Wah! Wah! Kya Baat Hai" telecast on SAB TV during 2012–13. Shailesh Lodha is also an author and has four books to his credit. He enthralls thousands of audience with his oratory skills when he is on the stage.
He is married to Swati Lodha, who is a renowned management guru and author. Together they represent a unique blend of art, literature, and academic excellence.
Honors Received
Zee Gold Award for Best Anchor
Honored as the Best Anchor at the prestigious Zee Gold Awards.
Vedanta Hindustan Zinc Srajan Award
Conferred by Srajan The Spark in recognition of his contributions to arts and culture.
Hakim Khan Suri Award
Awarded by the Maharana Mewar Charitable Foundation.
Bharat Gaurav
Honored for outstanding contributions to Indian arts and culture.
Rajasthan Gaurav
Recognized by the state of Rajasthan for his literary and artistic achievements.
International Vaish Federation Award
Awarded by the International Vaish Federation for cultural contributions.
Career Timeline
Began role as Taarak Mehta in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma
Main presenter of "Wah! Wah! Kya Baat Hai" on SAB TV
Won the Zee Gold Award for Best Anchor
Honored with the Vedanta Hindustan Zinc Srajan Award
Received the Hakim Khan Suri Award, Maharana Mewar